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By SIMONE KERWIN A YEAR 12 cohort whose entire senior years were completed during the pandemic learnt the outcome of its labours urs on Monday, when VCE (Victorian Certificate ate of Education) results were released. Students were able to check their scoress from 7am, and many were poring over laptops as soon as they could, to see how they’d fared in their final years of secondary ry school. Among them were the duxes of Wangaratta ratta High School (Lara Corsini), Cathedral College lege Wangaratta (Alice Kjar) and Galen Catholicc College (Brodie Watson). Alice Kjar, 17 (pictured), said she had felt a mixture of happiness and relief when she sought out her results, to discover she‘d recorded an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) of 99.05. “I was really happy,” she said. Alice took part in the Kwong Lee Dow Young oung Scholars Program (an academic enrichment ent program designed to support high–achieving ving Victorian students), which she said had helped her explore her educational options ns and meet like–minded fellow students. A Cathedral College House captain, she e said finding a balance between her studies es and other interests – including martial arts rts and assisting with junior tennis – had been en the key to her year 12 year. ■ Continued page age 2

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$11.7m injection is ‘great for city’ WANGARATTA High School is eagerly awaiting further news of the $11.7 million pledged pre-election by the State Government, for development of its Edwards Street campus. “We don’t have anything concrete yet; we’re awaiting more information,” WHS

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principal Dave Armstrong said. “But given that the

school’s going so well, the idea of further investment in the school will be good for our students, and good for the town. “I think the town should be excited too; when we have great schools with great facilities, it brings

a lot of choice. “I recognise, too, the importance of Wangaratta High School to the city, as its only public secondary school.” With the expected high school development, along with building works currently under way at

Galen Catholic College; additions to facilities at Cathedral College’s Murdoch Road campus over recent years; and Borinya Wangaratta Community Partnership having recently opened its new learning centre, Wangaratta is

well-placed in terms of secondary school offerings. Add to that the prospect of a new Wangaratta technical school - another pre-election promise from the returned State Government - and the future looks bright for secondary education in the rural city. ■ Continued page 2

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EXCITING TIMES: Wangaratta High School principal Dave Armstrong is looking forward to an $11.7 million injection into the school’s facilities. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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From page 1 Mr Armstrong said he was unsure at this stage where the $11.7 million would be used at Wangaratta High School, but he was keen to ensure the funding - promised by the government for ‘upgrade and modernisation’ - was wellutilised in complementing existing facilities and looking to the future. “We’re looking forward to engaging with the Victorian School Building Authority and taking a fresh look at what’s needed in this era of education - and to be ambitious,” he said. “The existing plans we have are more than a decade old, so it will be important to pull

up and look at what is needed now.” Mr Armstrong said the school already had plans to invest in its performing arts infrastructure. He said the school’s enrolments were strong for next year (remaining at around 630), with a second year seven class included in its SEAL (Select Entry and Accelerated Learning) program for 2023. The high school is one of 38 government schools approved to run the SEAL program, which sees students move through sections of the year seven to nine curriculum at a faster pace, in a separate class group.

“That program has been standing for a long time, and is part of our DNA,” Mr Armstrong said. “We are going from one class each in years seven, eight and nine, to adding a second year seven class for next year.” While staffing is proving challenging for most schools at the moment, Mr Armstrong said the high school had seen a strong level of interest locally and from afar in roles available at the Edwards Street campus. And in his first year at the helm of the school - having taken on the role in March - he says he can understand why. “This is one of the best jobs I’ve ever had,” he said.

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WANGARATTA secondary schools have expressed their pleasure at the performance of local VCE students in 2022. Galen Catholic College principal Darta Hovey said Brodie Watson, as dux, was closely followed by Caitlin Somerville (with an ATAR of 96.2), and the school was also proud of the six Galen students who achieved ATARs of 90 or above. Twenty–five Galen students achieved study scores over 40 in 15 individual subjects. Mr Hovey said Galen Vocational Education and Training students had also performed well, and Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning students at the school achieved a 96 per cent success rate in attaining their certificates. “Like all schools, we acknowledge that success in year 12 is recognised differently by all students,” he said. “Our request for a ‘personal best’ approach was embraced throughout the year and means that many students have opened the doors to the opportunities they had hoped for in their post– school options.” Wangaratta High School executive principal Dave Armstrong said along with dux Lara Corsini, two other WHS students had received ATARs in the 90s (96 and 92.1), while three others scored in the 80s. Thirty–eight WHS students elected to receive an ATAR, and 26 per cent of the cohort received a score greater than 70. Six students received a study score greater than 40. Along with the 47 students who successfully completed their VCE, a further 16 students received VCAL certificates. “We are the only public secondary school in our region, and are so proud to continue to nurture excellence and rich opportunities for all,” Mr Armstrong said. “In addition to these high ATAR rankings are many other personal stories of growth, per-

SEAS THE DAY: Wangaratta High School 2022 dux Lara Corsini (main pic) has been taking time out with brother Reuben in Adelaide, where she discovered she’d earned an ATAR of 98.05. GREAT WAY TO FINISH: Brodie Watson (inset) was Galen Catholic College’s dux for 2022, receiving an ATAR of 96.5 on completion of his VCE. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Duxes have reason to celebrate From page 1 “I made sure I made some time with my friends, just to be able to relax,” she said. Now hoping to study a Bachelor of Science at Melbourne University next year, Alice said she hoped to use the first year of university to scope her options in terms of where she’d like to apply her passion for science into the future. Wangaratta High School student Lara Corsini (18) was on holidays in Adelaide with brother Reuben on Monday, and while she didn’t set an alarm, she was awake right on cue at 7am to discover her ATAR was 98.05. “I wasn’t expecting it to be that high,” she said. Lara said she had managed

well through the remote learning requirements of the pandemic, but missed the social aspect of school, and being able to talk to teachers face–to–face. She balanced her studies with music (playing tenor sax in the school band and playing piano) and enjoying the chance to take to the netball court with Moyhu. Lara is awaiting tertiary offers before deciding her next move, which could be to Monash University, Adelaide University or Canberra’s Australian National University. She plans to study medicine. Galen’s dux, Brodie Watson (17), said 2022 had felt like a long year, but also seemed to have flown by, and he was pleased to finish with an ATAR of 96.5.

“I was pretty surprised; I didn’t think I’d get as high a score as I did,” he said. Brodie said he had found, as many students did, that it was tough to maintain motivation during the remote learning periods of the pandemic, and he‘d missed attending Galen‘s year 12 retreat earlier this year due to COVID–19. However, he overcame those obstacles, and a tightly–scheduled exam period, to record his strong score, tempering his study schedule by playing footy for Kangaroos and cricket with City Colts. He now has time to consider the future, and his plans to pursue technology and science at university. “I do quite like the tech industry at the minute,” he said.

severance and aspiration across all areas of study.” Cathedral College VCE coordinator Paul Carson said along with dux Alice Kjar, Skip Pieper had achieved outstanding academic success this year, with an ATAR of 96.15, while Jaimee Gaston achieved an ATAR of 95.25, and four other students achieved

an ATAR of 90 or above. Mr Carson said the school’s class of 2022 had achieved 100 per cent satisfactory completion for their VCE studies, and of the students who recorded an ATAR, half achieved a score above 73. “We would also like to recognise those who accomplished the 18 study scores of

40 or above,” he said. “We proudly celebrate each of our students’ successes. “ATAR scores do not tell the whole story of each individual‘s journey. “The diversity of the pathways our graduates will take will reflect this, and we wish them all the very best for their futures.”

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Fire restrictions to commence in rural city next week FIRE restrictions are set to begin in Wangaratta from next week, following widespread assessment of local conditions and the region’s grassland curing rate. CFA District 23’s fire danger period (FDP) is set to commence from 1am on Monday, December 19, with local firefighters reminding residents to remain vigilant

despite an expected lowerthan-normal risk of fire in the region this summer. The Seasonal Bushfire Outlook identified potential for increased grassfire conditions throughout summer, following widespread rainfall which has seen significant grass growth and delayed harvest activities.

CFA D23 assistant chief fire officer Rod Railton said local grasslands posed an immediate risk, after experiencing significant curing through weeks of consistent sunny weather. “Widespread rainfall in winter and spring has led to high fuel loads across the region and we can expect to see significant grassfires

to start the fire season,” he said. “While drying fuels will pose a fire risk, some open areas will still have damp soil conditions which could present access issues for responding fire trucks, so we’re asking the community to remain vigilant around fire.” Residents are encouraged

to undertake safe private burn-offs in the lead up to the FDP commencement, in order to reduce fuel loads and clean up their property. No burning off is permitted during an FDP without a written permit, which can be applied for by visiting www.firepermits.vic.gov.au. Lighting a fire in the open without a permit can bring a

penalty of more than $21,800 and/or 12 months imprisonment, while barbecues and fires for cooking and warmth must be lit in properly constructed fireplaces. For more information about the upcoming fire danger period, visit www. cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/fire-danger-period-restrictions.

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THREE local secondary school students will be given the opportunity of a lifetime in July, as they band together to trek the Kokoda Trail to kickstart a scholarship program expected to run until at least 2026. Zoe Baguley (Wangaratta High School), Hugh Canning (Galen) and Ella Kidd (Cathedral College) were on Monday night announced as the inaugural recipients of Wangaratta RSL subbranch’s Bob Iskov Scholarship, which will fully-fund three local year 11 students to make the trek in each of the next four years. A former Wangaratta Shire president and WWII veteran, Lieutenant Iskov was cut off by Japanese forces following the Battle of Isurava in August 1942, surviving for 14 days without food before reuniting with Australian forces at the Battle of Brigade Hill - Mission Ridge, one of Kokoda’s most famous battles. He also saw war while fighting against the French Foreign Legion in Syria in 1941. In naming the three students to retrace his father’s steps some 80 years ago, RSL Wangaratta sub-branch volunteer coordinator Craig Iskov said his father had always had a passion for helping young people.

TRIP OF A LIFETIME: Wangaratta RSL sub-branch’s Craig Iskov presented Zoe Baguley (Wangaratta High School), Ella Kidd (Cathedral College) and Hugh Canning (Galen) with the inaugural Bob Iskov Scholarship, which will see the trio trek the Kokoda Track next year. PHOTO: Ryan Malcolm “It’s meaningful that at the time these students were applying for the scholarship in September, Dad was cut off for 14 days (in 1942),” he said. “He was always passionate that young people should take the initiative - not just in schooling but learning about life experience. “Former Prime Minister Paul Keating said at Gal-

lipoli, we were fighting on foreign soil for a foreign country and we lost, and we celebrated - at Kokoda, we were fighting on Australian soil for Australia and we won and we don’t celebrate it. “So this is part of a process to recognise that the war did come (to Australia) - that was an important part of Australia coming of age

in terms of young men, going off and defending their families and their mates and their country. “(The students) will grow a hell of a lot but they’ll also learn about teamwork, and teamwork I think is (a key part) of the armed forces today, but even in society or the workplace, teamwork underpins all of the efforts

we do and our society is all about reward for effort. “They’ve got to make the effort and I’m confident that they’re all going to do a cracking job.” With their journey only seven months away, the students will undergo regular fitness training in the coming months ahead of the 96km trek, with a fourth

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reserve student also set to train in case of an untimely injury. Students were selected following a presentation to RSL members, with Ella, Hugh and Zoe each fancying themselves as history buffs. “I’m an army cadet so I’ve always had an interest in Kokoda - my Pa was in the war so it’s always interested me, I thought this would be a really good opportunity,” Zoe said. “I was quite young when he passed away, but I’ve seen photos of him in the (Vietnam) war and it’s just always interested me.” “Both of my great grandparents went to World War II - that inspired me to become interested in history and especially war,” Hugh said. “I’ve heard Mum and Dad talk about (the Kokoda Track), they always said they’d love to do it and then the opportunity came up and I thought it’d be awesome - now it’s actually happening I’m really excited.” “It’s really interesting history to learn about, so even just (through) the process of applying for the scholarship, it was incredible learning about all the war history and then being able to actually go across there and see it first hand,” Ella said. “I’m definitely looking to see growth physically and mentally - especially after the past few years with COVID, it will be good to get out there and just go into the jungle and learn about myself.”

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Search continues at Lake Mulwala EMERGENCY service crews are continuing to search for a missing 16-yearold, following a boating incident which saw two teenagers thrown overboard at Lake Mulwala at the weekend. Sixteen-year-old Jack Bird, from Shepparton, is yet to be located, after going fishing in a tinny with a

16-year-old friend on Sunday morning, setting off from Silverwoods Boulevard, Yarrawonga around 9am. The teenagers are believed to have been tossed overboard after being hit by a wave. Two men rushed to the boys’ aid, pulling one to safety, however, the pair were unable to locate Jack

upon their return. Police divers and water police returned to the lake yesterday morning, recommencing a scaled-down search which had utilised search and rescue, Air Wing and SES crews the day before. The search was expected to resume this morning. A budding first-year ap-

prentice with only sixmonths’ experience, Jack took out the gold medal at the recent WorldSkills Turning Competition, held in Wodonga late last month. The GOTAFE student said the experience had been a positive one. “The WorldSkills competition was challenging, because you had the time tick-

ing on you, but you just have to keep you head in the right place,” he said at the time. “I found it really enjoyable and met some really great people.” MISSING: Shepparton teenager Jack Bird remains missing following a boating incident at Lake Mulwala on Sunday morning.

A sparkling Christmas tradition HARVEY O’Keeffe and his family have lit up their Pennsylvania Drive neighbourhood with an extravagant Christmas lights and decorations display. The 15 year old Galen Catholic School student said setting up home Christmas decorations has turned into a tradition for his family. “I first started doing it with Nan when I was about seven and I’ve just done it ever since,” he said. “Every year I try and get a couple of new things... this year we got the sign and the lights along our fence and last year we got the inflatables.” The house is currently host to lines of Christmas lights going from the outer fences, the front shaded area and the roof, complemented by light-up candy canes, reindeers, signs, Christmas tree and a big inflatable Santa and reindeer in the front yard. Harvey said setting up the decorations took up to 11 days, with his Dad setting up the lights and

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the sign on the roof and Harvey covering the front yard. “Dad’s a bit of a Grinch but he does it for my enjoyment,” he said. “I like seeing all the people stop and look out the front and I like looking at them myself. “Last year we had rows of about 50 cars at once out the front of our house...Mum and Dad didn’t like it as much but it was amazing.” Harvey said the Pennsylvania Drive house has entered the Light Up Wangaratta competition on Friday night and he is keen to defend his winning efforts from last year. Any homes going all in for their decorations this Christmas are encouraged to email details and photos to the Wangaratta Chronicle edit.chronicle@ nemedia.com.au or message us on Facebook.

SHINING: The Pennsylvania Drive house is in full colour this Christmas.

HEY MATE: Harvey O’Keeffe and neighbour Bridie Kay with the inflatable reindeer, which also lights up and becomes part of the home Christmas lights. PHOTO: Bailey Zimmermann

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Christmas shopping spree to open after hours By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN LOCAL businesses are excited to be offering after hours shopping tomorrow, as a part of the Rural City of Wangaratta twilight shopping night. Initiated by Beth Garraffo of Sorella Store, up to 40 local businesses will be operating from 5pm onwards on Thursday night, with varying closing hours, to help promote local Christmas shopping. Rural City of Wangaratta Mayor, Dean Rees, said Thursday night is an excellent opportunity to keep local businesses strong. “The twilight shopping night is a terrific concept which really gives everyone a chance to do their Christmas shopping locally and enjoy connecting with shop owners and friends,” he said. “I have to acknowledge

the work done by Beth Garraffo in planning this event and getting so many small, locally owned businesses on board; it’s a credit to the entire business community for supporting the concept and joining the twilight shopping night to create a great retail experience in our town.” Co-owner of Wangaratta Eyecare, Roxy Ackers, said she tries to involve the business in the twilight shopping hours as much as she can. “It gives a great opportunity for people who are too busy during the day and with a few different places open people can get around and shop for different things, get gift vouchers,” she said. “After two years of COVID and everything else we really want people to be shopping local.” Co-owner of Edgars Books and News, Bernie Long, is also looking forward to of-

fering the community extra time they wouldn’t usually have to do their local Christmas shopping. “We like to be open to the community at different hours than regular hours because we know for some people it can be difficult for them to get to shop in normal hours, so we want to give them that chance,” she said. “Everyone’s done it tough

over the last couple of years so we really want to embrace the people in our community, especially getting to see the people that we deal with.” To enhance the twilight shopping night experience there will also be live entertainment on the night with musician Taylah Shae performing in Reid and Murphy streets. Wangaratta Eyecare will

SLIDE IN: Wangaratta Eyecare’s Alexis Stanuga models a pair of sunglasses and gift cards going on special at Wangaratta Eyecare for tomorrow night’s twilight shopping in Wangaratta where a range of local stores will be open until late to promote local Christmas shopping. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

be open from 8:30am until 8pm on Thursday, operating two and a half hours longer than normal. Ms Ackers said the store will put out extra signage on the night and a sneaky one-off sale for customers on big brand sunglasses such as Gucci, Oakley, Ray Ban and Bolle. “We’re going to have a bit of a discount on sunglasses just to try and encourage

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The Australian Quiz

What was the first state to qualify for the 2022 Sheffield Shield final? (a) Western Australia (b) Tasmania (c) New South Wales (d) Victoria

ATARs are not the be-all and end-all THERE is plenty of emphasis still put on Australian Tertiary Entrance Ranks (ATARs) with students from Wangaratta’s secondary schools taking time to reflect on their VCE journeys when results were released on Monday. There was the usual portion of standout ATARs with the three local duxes telling readers about their chosen courses they wish to pursue. But the message that ‘it doesn’t matter if you don’t receive the score you were looking for’, has never been truer. Societal restrictions experienced by all schooling cohorts over the last three years have been unprecedented. The VCE graduates of 2022 first faced the fallout from COVID when they were in year 10 and this included lockdowns and limited face-to-face access to teachers and fellow students. In 2021 it was worse for many with the chopping and changing between face-to-face and remote learning schedules. It wasn’t just the altered connectivity in the delivery and uptake of learning models and content that were challenging, but also the social and psychological wellbeing of young people who had to adapt to varied school settings. Some students excelled, but many others were tested like never before with wavering motivation a prominent factor. Special consideration has also been made available to all students to support them on their desired path in tertiary education. It is in no way the be-all and end-all if you don’t get in to your desired course, as there is a whole suite of options out there for people wanting to further their studies and trades have never been in greater demand. Congratulations to all local 2022 participants of VCE and VCAL.

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Allama Iqbal International Airport is the second largest civilian airport by traffic in which country? (a) Turkey (b) Afghanistan (c) Pakistan (d) Iran

Michael Clifford is best known for his work in which band? (a) 5 Seconds of Summer (b) Tame Impala (c) Disturbed (d) One Direction

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THE Salvation Army Christmas Appeal aims to raise $23 million to support those in need For 15.7 million Aussies (61per cent), Christmas will be anything but joyous due to the impact of the rising cost of living, according to new Salvation Army research. This follows a challenging year that has included record-high inflation, an unprecedented eighth interest rate rise in as many months and devastating natural disasters. The Salvation Army commissioned two pieces of research; the first surveyed 1450 people who have sought support through The Salvos Doorways Emergency Relief Services and the second external research surveyed the general public. Almost all Salvation Army clients surveyed (99 per cent) are worried about how they will afford Christmas this year, and sadly six in 10 (62 per cent) will struggle to afford presents for their children. The external research found three in 10 Australians will struggle to pay for utilities this Christmas and this rises to 55 per cent amongst those who access The Salvation Army’s services. We at the Salvation Army are experiencing a tsunami of need. We are deeply concerned to hear about the agonising choices every-day Australians are making, such as deciding whether to pay an electricity bill or buy a Christmas present for their child. Others are choosing to go without food and medication to ensure their children have food on the table. We don’t want anyone to feel like they are alone this Christmas. If you are feeling lonely and isolated, struggling to make ends meet or in need of a hand this Christmas, the Salvos are here for you. The Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal is aiming to raise $23 million to ensure we can continue our vital work across the country, supporting Aussies in need. To leave no one in need this Christmas, please donate to The Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal by visiting salvationarmy. org.au or calling 13 SALVOS (13 72 58). Major Bruce Harmer, The Salvation Army

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SHINY NOSE: Oliver Rea and Robyn Coles took in the festive atmosphere at the Christmas activity morning on Saturday at the King George VI Gardens, which saw families gather for a range of Christmas themed activities. More photos will be in Friday’s Chronicle. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

New taskforce tackling stroke risk STROKE Foundation has joined a new national taskforce of leading health organisations, assembled to tackle the leading risk factor of death in Australia. The National Hypertension Taskforce launched will see organisations, including Stroke Foundation, from across the nation unite to crack down on the issue of managing high blood pressure in Australia. We know that high blood pressure is the biggest modifiable risk factor of stroke so anything we can do to reduce that risk and improve health outcomes for Australians, is welcome. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, affects one in three Australian adults and only 32 per cent of Australian adults with hypertension have it under control. This is a figure the taskforce is aiming to change. Its goal is to more than double Australia’s blood pressure control rates from 32 per cent to 70 per cent by 2030. I cannot stress enough the importance of having regular blood pressure checks to firstly identify if you have high blood

pressure, and then work with your GP on ways to reduce your blood pressure and control it. Not only is high blood pressure a leading risk factor for stroke, it is a leading risk factor for Australia’s other top three killers; coronary heart disease and dementia. The good news is you can control your blood pressure by changing your diet and lifestyle, particularly through regular physical activity and maintaining a healthy diet and weight. Dr Lisa Murphy, Stroke Foundation executive director stroke services

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Tree aims to be a conversation-starter A TREE on Wangaratta-Whitfield Road has been painted blue as an ongoing remembrance of those lost to suicide. Part of the national Blue Tree Project charity, the tree is also designed to be a conversationstarter around mental health issues and suicide, and aims to encourage people to speak up when battling mental health concerns. By ‘spreading the paint and spreading the message’ that it’s okay to not be okay, the project hopes to break down the stigma still attached to mental health in the community. The Wangaratta-Whitfield Road tree painting has been in the works since 2019, driven by Ashlee Hutchinson and Trevor Jenvey, who had lost their brother/son Tom Jenvey to suicide as a 22-year-old the previous year. Ashlee and Trevor are part of I’d Rather Listen to You Than Your Eulogy, a Facebook page for the Wangaratta Area Suicide Prevention (WASP) group, which was reformed - with the support of the Wangaratta Grit and Resilience Program - from the Wangaratta Suicide Prevention Network (WSPN). The former Wangaratta Suicide Prevention Network had initiated the Blue Tree Project concept locally along with Albury Wodonga Health on World

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Suicide Prevention Day in September 2019. At that stage, led by Renee Murtagh who was part of the WSPN, a small tree was painted blue and made available to be hosted by organisations, sporting clubs, businesses or anyone interested in continuing awareness and conversations around mental health issues and suicide. Also that year, $3000 was raised towards establishment of a local blue tree through the Transmoto 8-Hour motorcycle event held on the Markwood property of Doug and Mick Hamilton. Trevor is a life member of the Alpine Motorcycle Club, of which Tom was also a member, and Ashlee had shared the family’s story at the event. Though the pandemic halted its development in 2020 and early ‘21, the concept was carried over by Ash and Trevor to the new WASP committee late last year, and with backing from the Grit and Resilience Program, plans for the blue tree in Wangaratta-Whitfield Road progressed.

Painting of the tree was completed earlier this month, thanks to much community support, including that of landowners Ian and Anna McDonald, who allowed the group to give new life to a tree on their property. A group of volunteers gave their time on the day, working tirelessly to see the project to fruition, with businesses also offering assistance. It now stands as a poignant reminder to those passing the area to consider the battle being fought by many, and the importance of starting those vital conversations. Trevor and Ashlee, WASP, and the Grit and Resilience Program thanked all those involved in making the blue tree concept a reality. If you would like to know more about the local group working to raise awareness of mental health and suicide within the community, would like to become involved, or if you have any future project ideas, visit the I’d Rather Listen to You Than Your Eulogy Facebook page. For details about the origins of the Blue Tree Project, visit www.bluetreeproject.com.au * If this media article causes you any distress, please phone Lifeline on 131 114 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467.

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STRIKING: Wangaratta’s blue tree, situated on Wangaratta-Whitfield Road, is part of the national Blue Tree Project, and aims to offer an ongoing remembrance of those lost to suicide, as well as starting important conversations. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

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Smoking habit cost SES more than $3500

A FORMER high-ranking Yarrawonga emergency services worker has avoided a conviction, after using an SES fuel card to purchase more than $3500 in cigarettes over a 14 month period. Facing Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on Monday, the 35-year-old expressed his regret after using the card, which was purely for emergency service travel, to rack up a $3632.95 cigarette bill between January 2021 and March of this year. The court heard the card had been used 67 times before a finance officer of the Yarrawonga SES Unit identified the misuse of funds, and the accused was confronted by Yarrawonga’s unit controller on March 15. He made full admissions to staff as well as Wangaratta investigators, and has since repaid the full amount. Defence counsel Dale Brooks said his client had been with the local unit for 15 years, and said

the offending had occurred in the background of a “deteriorating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosis”. He said his client’s attendance at three fatal road crash incidents in the last decade, as well as the recent breakdown of the accused’s marriage had led to sleeplessness, anxiety and panic attacks. Magistrate Daniel Muling said the recurring offending was cause for concern. “This is a situation that invokes multiple occasions of misuse of the fuel card,” he said. “Now you’ll lose that connection with the community.” He suggested the accused consider cutting down on his smoking habits, a sentiment which was readily agreed to by the defendant. He did not convict the accused, instead placing him on a 12 month order of lawful good behaviour.

BIBLICAL SCENE: Pastor Aaron Wardle invites local families to have their photo taken with this colourful Nativity scene at the Wangaratta Baptist Church today and tomorrow. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

All is calm, all is bright in Baptist Church Christmas photo setting By SIMONE KERWIN FAMILIES looking to commemorate Christmas 2022 are being encouraged to drop in to Wangaratta Baptist Church today and tomorrow for photos with its striking hand-painted Nativity scene. Pastor Aaron Wardle said the church would be open to the community on Wednesday from 3pm to 5pm, and on Thursday from 10am to 12 noon for people interested in the free

photo opportunity - a traditional alternative to a Santa photo. “It really delights us as a church that we can provide our community with something more traditionally Christmas,” Pastor Wardle said. “The whole scene has been hand-painted by a new member of our church, and you can spend ages finding the little details that make it so special. “Our ‘mainly music’ playgroup families have recently been having their photos taken on

Tuesdays, and the kids really love all the animals, and of course baby Jesus.” No bookings are required for photos in front of the Nativity scene, which is located at the church at 1 Sisely Avenue. Photos can be emailed to families, printed on-site, or taken on your own camera or phone. For more information, contact Pastor Aaron Wardle on 0415 721 590 or email aaron@ wangarattabaptist.com.au.

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Panic prompted carpark crash

A LOCAL man has been sidelined from driving for six weeks and hit with a $650 fine, after reversing into and writing off a vehicle in a Wangaratta restaurant carpark before speeding from the scene earlier this year. Facing Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on Monday, the accused pleaded guilty to

charges of reverse while unsafe, fail to stop after an accident and fail to give name and address, after he reversed his Holden Colorado into a trailing vehicle amid concerns he had been given the wrong order. The court heard the accused had been attempting to exit onto Roy Street around 12:40am on July 9,

before suddenly reversing into a victim’s Toyota coupe while she loudly sounded the vehicle’s horn. The accused, who claimed he believed he had merely hit a gutter, told police he in fact had the correct food order and drove from the scene, and was unaware of the incident until police attended his ad-

dress a fortnight later. The victim’s vehicle was said to be ‘not economically viable to repair’ and was subsequently written off. Defending himself, the accused told Magistrate Daniel Muling he agreed with the police summary. “It’s pretty close I think - I just thought I bumped into the gutter,” he said.

“I was reversing because I thought we had the wrong order - it was the right order (then) we just took off.” Mr Muling said he did not believe the amount of damage caused to the victim’s vehicle could have resembled hitting a curb. “You put this down to a bump on a gutter?” he asked.

“I don’t accept that you had no idea.” He convicted and fined the accused $650 and suspended the accused’s licence for 42 days, providing him 38 minutes to drive home before the suspension commenced. “Don’t stop and get a coffee, head straight home,” he ordered.

Groups to unite for Christmas concerts

FESTIVE FARE: Members of Sing Australia Wangaratta group have been busily preparing for the upcoming Christmas concerts to be held at St Patrick’s Church and Holy Trinity Cathedral, where they will perform with the Wangaratta Concert Band. INSET: CHRISTMAS SOUNDS: Wangaratta Concert Band members practise for the Christmas concerts they will perform with the Sing Australia Wangaratta group on December 18.

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Council supports city to host next Rainbow Ball

By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

WANGARATTA is set to host the next Rainbow Ball in 2023, recently bolstered by a $7500 grant from the Rural City of Wangaratta’s Community Grants Program. The event, presented by the North East Pride Collective (NEPC) and supported by Junction Support Services, has been a hit over the years with events in Benalla and Albury/Wodonga. Junction Support Services workplace relations officer, and member of the NEPC, Mick Bourke, said he was excited to receive the grant and see the event come to Wangaratta. “Our event this year in June was such a great night,” he said. “We’re so excited to see it come to Wangaratta; it’s going to be huge and we’ve learnt a few things from past events and it seems to be getting better every year. “This grant will go towards everything; the administration required, buses from all around the North East, costly equipment for the DJ, the drag show and the headspace specialists who will be at the event to talk to the kids if they want to. “This will certainly go a long way towards achieving all of those things. “I think we’re really having a positive impact on the mental health of people around the community which is so important

Upper House declaration today THE calculation of Upper House results for the 2022 Victorian election is scheduled to take place today. Due to the increase in the number of candidates and below-the-line votes this year, each calculation is expected to take between 10-20 minutes to run. Just under 360,000 belowthe-line votes have been double data-entered to ensure accurate reconciliation. The order of regions to be calculated include: Eastern Victoria, North-Eastern Metropolitan, Northern Metropolitan, Northern Victoria, South-Eastern Metropolitan, Southern Metropolitan, Western Metropolitan, and Western Victoria.

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RAINBOW BALL: This year’s Rainbow Ball in Benalla was a hit, and organsiers hope for the same in Wangaratta next year. so we appreciate the support of Wangaratta council and the faith they’ve shown in us to hold a great event.” The NEPCÂ was establishedÂ in 2018 to provide advocacy and support for LGBTIQA+ young people.Â Founded by young people, the aim was to cultivate a youthdriven space for LGBTIQA+

events in North East Victoria. The NEPC addresses social isolation experienced by young LGBTIQA+ people in regional areas by creating safe, fun, visible and inclusive spaces and events for young LGBTIQA+ people to connect, belong, andÂ be celebrated. The inaugural Rainbow BallÂ was heldÂ in 2019 in re-

sponse to a direct request from LGBTIQA+ young people who experienced discrimination when asking to attend school formals with their same-sex partners. You can find out more about this year’s event success at https:// gatewayhealth.org.au/news/therainbow-ball-celebrating-andconnecting-lgbtiqa-young-people/.

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Merriwa powers up with public-backed solar deal A NEW 199-panel solar system is now operating at Wangaratta industry Merriwa thanks to people across Australia donating funds to allow the provision of an interest-free loan so the organisation can reduce itsr carbon footprint. Citizens Own Renewable Energy Network Australia (CORENA) has provided an interest-free loan of $82,747 for the large 99.5 kW solar installation which will avoid an estimated 116,000 kWh of grid electricity per year. This is equivalent to 20.9 average homes using zero-emission renewable energy instead of grid electricity. Wangaratta Landcare and Sustainability connected CORENA with Merriwa after they had developed this project with the assistance of Goulburn Valley Community Energy (GVCE), a registered social enterprise, not for profit company. GVCE provide a solar broker service for businesses and community organisations to purchase solar PV systems by undertaking a preliminary design and then critique quotes and final designs from solar suppliers. Not-for-profit organisation, CORENA, operates Australia’s longest running donor-driven revolving fund for practical climate action. Its revolving fund offers interestfree loans to not-for-profit, community and social-enterprise organisations to pay for projects that reduce carbon emissions. Citizens who want to reduce

POWERED UP: Merriwa staff (from left) Ian McGann, Catherine Maddigan, Amy Collins, Luigi Rech, Jeremy Kelly, Mark Umanski (back) and Scott Grant (back) were excited about a new solar installation at the Wangaratta business. emissions make donations via the CORENA website to collectively crowd-fund the loans for these projects. These donations are then returned to the fund in the form of loan repayments, and these funds, plus new donations, are then used again to fund future projects. It’s expected that solar will re-

duce Merriwa’s electricity bills by $26,329 per year, and the CORENA loan will be repaid using these savings in just over three years. Once repaid, Merriwa will reap long-term benefits from reduced energy bills, and these savings can be spent on supporting their 350+ employees, of which over half have a diagnosed disability.

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A CHRISTMAS market organised by Creatives of Wangaratta and Surrounds will be held on Sunday at the CWA Hall in Templeton Street. Twenty-one local creatives will showcase their wares at the market, which will run from 10am to 3pm. It’s hoped that with local support, the market could become a monthly event which highlights the depth of creative talent in the region. Offering the chance to shop locally this Christmas, and to purchase handmade, ethicallycreated gifts, the market will feature vendors selling candles, accessories and bags, customised home décor, bath and apothecary products, dried flower arrangements, handpainted pots, art prints and canvases, stationery and paper goods, handmade pottery, resin jewellery and trinket trays, pet bandanas, homemade cookies, handmade jewellery, timber homeware, fabric goods, furniture restoration, and polymer clay earrings. There will also be coffee and snacks available on the day. Creatives of Wangaratta and Surrounds (CoWS) has been formed by locals who felt there was a need in the community for new creative events. They hope the group will grow into something larger.

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Community Kiosk Cnr Murphy & Reid Streets Raising much needed funds for our Local Hospital Enquiries Phone: (03 5722 5297

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$10,000 Bright theft accused has “no recollection” of incident A MELBOURNE woman will fight a series of theft charges, amid allegations she stole $10,000 in cash and several pieces of jewellery from her grandmother while visiting in Bright last year. Facing Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court last week, the accused said she had no recollection of the alleged theft of a number of envelopes

containing cash while alone at her grandmother’s Bright home on August 1. The court heard the victim and the mother of the accused left the woman at the home while attending mass in Bright, with the pair returning around 1.30pm, when the victim noticed an elastic band and pieces of jewellery on the floor in her bedroom.

After the accused and her mother returned to Melbourne the following day, the victim was said to have identified a number of envelopes containing cash were missing, as were a number of gold chains and the wedding band of the victim’s deceased husband. Following a distressed call from the victim, the accused’s mother allegedly

searched her daughter’s room, locating $5000 in a black zip lock bag and $5000 loose on a TV cabinet, which is said to have been adorned with a scrap of paper with ‘$5000’ written in the victim’s handwriting. The accused was interviewed by police on August 10, after allegedly being found in possession of $840 in cash and several pieces

of jewellery, which were later identified by the victim. Defence counsel Nancy Battiato said her client had no criminal history and did not remember the incident, however, had admitted to attending her grandmother’s Bright home at the time of her arrest. She said a separate criminal brief centred around

Firefighter recruits ready for emergency response across the North East FOREST Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) has 126 seasonal firefighters ready to respond to bushfires and other emergencies across North East Victoria this summer. Forty-nine of the firefighters are new recruits and have undergone training in recent weeks to prepare them to help protect communities and the environment from bushfires. Seasonal firefighters comple-

ment FFMVic’s fulltime firefighting workforce and will be located at sites across the region. This includes Wangaratta, Broadford, Alexandra, Marysville, Toolangi, Kinglake, Mansfield, Benalla, Shepparton, Nathalia, Yarrawonga, Beechworth, Ovens, Whitfield, Mt Beauty, Bright, Mitta Valley, Tallangatta and Corryong. Across the state, FFMVic has recruited 552 firefighters, includ-

drug possession charges was also in dispute, due to the accused having a prescription to carry oxycodeine found on her person. She was also said to have been found in possession of amphetamine and ketamine, as well as a small pocket knife resembling a swiss army knife. The matter will return to court on February 27.

HANGING ON: A recruit learns how to control the water flow. ing 28 specialist rappel firefighters. Rappel firefighters deploy from helicopters for first attack on bushfires in remote and inaccessible forest across Victoria. They will be located at airbases in Ovens and Heyfield. FFMVic deputy chief fire officer, Aaron Kennedy, said seasonal firefighters play a critical role in effective response of bushfires on public land.

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“Our recruits are trained in how to use a rake hoe to construct mineral earth control lines as well as other skills such as four-wheel driving, water pumps, and hand tool maintenance, which are essential for forest firefighting. “Their training also covered the essential elements of firefighting including fire behaviour, fire suppression, planned burning, emergency safety and survival

techniques,” Mr Kennedy said. “These recruits will not only respond to bushfires and other emergencies, including floods, they’ll also be conducting planned burns, slashing, track clearing and other land management activities. “The seasonal firefighters will work alongside FFMVic’s permanent staff where they will continue with on-the-job learning from experienced firefighters.”

All aboard free train, bus, tram travel REGIONAL and metro public transport will be free across the state from 3am on Christmas day until 3am on Boxing Day. Travel will also be free from 6pm on New Year’s Eve until 6am on New Year’s Day.

Passengers on V/Line services still need to book their Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve travel on reserved services - but will be issued a ticket free of charge. Passengers using a myki are not required to touch

on and off and will not be charged if they do. No ticket is required for regional bus travel. For information and to plan your journey on Christmas or New Year’s Eve visit ptv.vic.gov.au or the PTV mobile app.

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Thales: playing a part in Australia’s success

AS a global organisation of over 80,000 people, at Thales you’ll never feel like just a number. They provide technology solutions and innovations in the fields of; Space, Defence, Digital Systems, and Security that enable their customers to make critical decisions that help make the world a more resilient place. These decisions, and also at the core of what they do, is trust; ‘trust in us, trust in our capabilities, and trust that at Thales, we have the best and most brilliant minds on board’. Locally, Thales operations include the Australian Munitions presence in both Benalla and Mulwala and has been a significant regional employer for over 25 years. Supported by a skilled workforce of over 650 proud locals, these teams design, develop and manufacture critical munitions for both the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and other customers. Thales is truly driven by their Purpose; ‘Building A Future We Can All Trust’

JOIN THE TEAM: Thales is seeking both permanent and casual staﬀ at its facilities in Benalla and Mulwala.

and they are proud of a longstanding history in successfully delivering sovereign munitions capability to the ADF. This trusted partnership has enabled Thales to accelerate the development of the next exciting growth area in Guided Weapons, Space and Hypersonics.

This will see further investment in the local region, job creation and a range of exciting opportunities of the horizon. When you join Thales, you will collaborate with passionate teams as you learn from experienced professionals and create a long-term career path

with true purpose. Backed by Human Intelligence, Thales is One Team and continues a longstanding record in delivering Advanced Capability that is Made in Australia. Combining a unique diversity of expertise, talent and cultures, their people design and deliver

extraordinarily high technology solutions. Solutions that make tomorrow possible, today. As a strong and consistent supporter of Australian industry, in 2020 Thales Australia spent $657 million with 1841 Aussie suppliers, of which 82 per cent are small and medium enterprises. Through the development of close relationships, Thales is focused on high quality solutions for both the Australian and international markets, generating revenue of $1.6 billion in exports over the past 10 years. ‘Be you, with us, at Thales’ At Thales, you’ll work in an environment where everyone can reach their full potential regardless of nationality, gender, age, sexual orientation, culture, educational background, religion, or disability. They believe their workforce should experience a culture where people are respected and valued each time they: log on to their computer, walk on to site,

speak with a colleague, engage with a customer and meet with their manager. In other words, each time you work with Thales, you will feel empowered and supported to do your best and to bring your whole self to work. The Thales facilities in Benalla and Mulwala are currently seeking both permanent and casual staﬀ for various positions spanning; Engineering, Project Management, Trades and Production. You could be an experienced professional looking for that next exciting career opportunity, a recent university graduate or maybe just wanting to try something new. With job security, sustainable career pathways and relaxed regional lifestyles, what more could you ask for? For more information about Thales and their available job opportunities locally, nationally or internationally, visit www. thalesgroup.com.au.

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Didn’t get the ATAR you were hoping for? LIFE doesn’t always go the way we expect, and finding your way into uni is no diﬀerent. If you didn’t get the ATAR you hoped for, it’s not over yet. Through La Trobe University’s pathway and entry programs, you can reduce your reliance on your ATAR, or remove the need for it entirely. La Trobe’s pathways can help you get into your dream course by studying another course first. For example, going from year 12 to a Diploma can act as a pathway to a Bachelor’s degree, or you can start a related degree and apply to transfer to your dream course later. Depending on your course choice, you’ll study alongside Bachelor’s students and get credit for the work you’ve done. This means you could graduate without spending extra time to finish your degree. La Trobe also oﬀers a range of entry programs, such as the Aspire Early Entry

Program and the Tertiary Preparation Program. Through the Aspire Early Entry Program, you can gain an early conditional oﬀer through giving back to your community, achieving good results in year 11, or completing extra university studies. In the brand new Aspire year 11 Conditional Entry stream, you can use your year 11 results to get access to selected courses at La Trobe, even if you’re in year 12. If you left school a while ago, you might be able to directly apply for your dream course. You can also get a direct pathway to La Trobe via the Tertiary Preparation Program. It’s a free and accessible non-award program that gives you the academic skills you need to thrive at uni. If you need advice about courses, study and pathway options, the team at the La Trobe Albury-Wodonga Campus are here to help you find your path. Because at La Trobe, they know not everyone has the same start, but you can still have the same ending.

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ON HER WAY: Lilly discovered her ideal career through a traineeship with CVGT Employment.

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ONCE a trainee through CVGT Employment, Lilly is going from strength to strength in her new full-time role in her local day surgery. As a trainee, Lilly completed her Certificate IV in Sterilisation. Through her strong work ethic and dedication to the traineeship, she was offered a full-time position as an instrument technician in the sterilising department. Lilly still recalls the phone call from CVGT Employment that changed her life. “CVGT called me and offered me the position - I cried that time, tears of joy,” Lilly said. “I feel really proud of myself. “When I went to training, it was really interesting. “I got to know different types of surgical instruments, what the instrument’s for, and how to get them ready for the doctors to use.” Manola, manager of the sterilising department, is happy to have Lilly on board full-time and believes Lilly’s willingness to

learn is her biggest strength. “Lilly is always eager to learn and that’s one of the things in here that you need to have - an eagerness to always learn, even me who’s been here for 30 years,” Manola said. “She’s done really well with doing that and brings a nice calming, relaxed atmosphere to the place, too.” For Lilly, this is just the start of a successful and rewarding career. Apprenticeships and traineeships combine work and training to achieve a nationally recognised qualification. They can be completed fulltime, part-time or school-based; and allow you to earn while you learn. The best way to find an apprenticeship or traineeship is to first think about what interests you. Then it’s a matter of talking to the right people. Discover a career you wouldn’t trade with CVGT Employment visit cvgt.com.au or call 132 848.

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Aged care sector needs you AS a proud not for profit organisation, Respect has been serving the senior community through their high standard of care and community since 1922. Respect Aged Care manages St John’s in Wangaratta and is committed to providing a facility for the future of the Rural City of Wangaratta’s seniors to have meaning, comfort and conveniences. With Australia’s population of seniors 65 and older expected to rise in the coming years, now is an excellent time to make the switch or further your career in aged care. Employment opportunities are broad and range from management and corporate services to nursing and caring positions to catering and housekeeping. Working in aged care is more than ‘just a job’. You will be filled with a sense of real purpose and know that you are making a

real difference in the life of those in your care. You will build lifelong, fulfilling friendships with workmates and with each day offering something different, you will never be bored. For Rosie Hallinan, a Personal Care Attendant at St John’s, working in aged care has been fulfilling, both personally and professionally. “As a nurse I have always enjoyed the care aspect of nursing. “As an aged care worker I try to improve the quality of life of the people in my care, many of whom have dedicated their life to their family and the wider community. “To be given this opportunity is a privilege.” St John’s also offers traineeship and gap year positions with the option of further employment. Join Respect and start your fulfilling journey today by visiting www.respect.com.au/ careers.

JOIN THE TEAM: Respect Group oﬀers excellent career options in aged care. Karen Morris (right) is among the team who enjoy the company of local residents like Frank Marasco. PHOTO: Belinda Harrison

Join our team and make a difference We are looking for individuals who have integrity, empathy and can work as part of a team at our St John’s aged care home. Current vacancies: Ħŉ Care Managers Ħŉ Registered and Enrolled nurse Ħŉ Personal care assistants Ħŉ Social assistants Ħŉ Food, cleaning and laundry assistants If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role in aged care, we invite you to join us. Start your journey with Respect

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Make gap year count

YOU’RE WELCOME: Tim Long and Kevin Feldtmann from Connex Group oﬀer cadetships to gap year students interested in the construction industry. PHOTO: Belinda Harrison

CONNEX Group oﬀer a unique gap year and cadetship program which gives young people the chance to remain living locally, while gaining experience in the construction industry. Connex Group is a multidisciplinary company which provides engineering design consultancy and a specialist workshop fabrication modelling service. Cadets have exposure to a client base which includes steel fabricators, structural detailers, engineers, architects and project managers and complete several short courses to add to their skill set. They have access to the Achievement Program, a State Government health and wellbeing initiative which focuses on areas such as healthy eating, physical activity, and mental health and wellbeing. There is potential through the Connex program for further casual and full-time employment during chosen studies, as well as an industry pathway post-study. Connex oﬀers the ability to study through TAFE institutes, through a tailored Engineering

Drafting Certificate 4, if the cadet chooses to follow more technical paths. Connex Group general manager/director Kevin Feldtmann said he loved the idea of oﬀering opportunities local young people may not otherwise have in their region. “The program is suited to local students with an interest in visual communications, maths, engineering and project management or fabrication,” he said. “Cadets will have their core jobs to do, but will also get out onsite with our engineers; we want to give them a broad experience in the industry.” Three cadets started the program in 2022 through Connex’s mentor partnership with La Trobe University in Engineering. The students have been exposed to the university’s lifestyle through campus visits and online mentorships. “We are very pleased to have partnered up with La Trobe and look forward to a long relationship with La Trobe,” Mr Feldtmann said. The cadets rotated through steel detailing, structural engineering departments

and steel fabrication with one of Connex’s close industry partners. The 2022 cadets are now finishing their gap year and moving onto tertiary studies and other travel and job opportunities. Four new cadets have been employed for 2023, two of the cadets graduated from Wangaratta High School, one from Galen Catholic College in Wangaratta and the fourth is from Rutherglen High School. By the end of their 12 months, the four new cadets will have had exposure to projects from initial structural design and detailing, to fabrication, project management and site erection giving them a broad understanding of the greater construction industry. All students who participate in the Connex Group Cadetship program will receive an automatic placement into Engineering at La Trobe’s Bendigo Campus. For further information visit www.connexgroup.com.au/ gap-year-cadetship-program/ or contact Amanda Herezo at admin@connexgroup.com.au.

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CUC Ovens Murray is here to support local students CUC Ovens Murray opened this year in Wangaratta, Mansfield and Corryong and has already supported more than 50 students in their education journey. Whatever course you are studying, through any university or higher education provider, CUC Ovens Murray can support you. Their facilities have dual screen computers, reliable fast internet, printing and a quiet dedicated study space for registered students to use for free. The CUC is funded by the Federal Government to support higher education students studying in regional Australia. Students can access the centre seven days a week from 7am to midnight and can use the centre when they need.

This is great for students studying online or for on-campus students returning home for the weekends or breaks, or a combination of both. Wangaratta local Kate Angikiamo was one student who benefitted from the CUC this year. She has just completed her Master of Speech Pathology through the University of Canberra and was a regular user of the facility. “The CUC provided me a place to study in the evenings and on weekends that was away from the interruptions of small children at home,” Kate said. “The facility had a great bookable space for my three exams, and it took the burden oﬀ the cost of printing.” Reflecting on her experience, Kate said, “It

can be isolating to be a regional student; so it was great to have Mark, Roxanne and Naomi at the CUC to chat with. “I also received inperson support from the learning advisor regarding my research paper.” CUC Ovens Murray Centre manager Mark van Bergen said the site in Wangaratta means that local students will be able to obtain a degree without leaving home, but still have access to campuslike facilities and academic support. For more information or to register for this free service, visit www. cucovensmurray.edu.au. WORKING HARD: Kate Angikiamo recently completed a Master of Speech Pathology and found the CUC facilities an excellent place to study and sit her exams.

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The CUC provided me a place to study in the evenings and weekends that was away from the interruptions at home. Kate Angikiamo Master of Speech Pathology University of Canberra

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PLENTY OF OPTIONS: Charles Sturt University is here to help open the door to tertiary studies for your child.

The sky is the limit after year 12 If study is your next move, we can help There’s plenty of ways to get your dream qualiﬁcation with Charles Sturt, no matter your exam results • Charles Sturt Advantage • TAFE to University • Undergraduate certiﬁcates Learn more

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THEY say life truly begins after high school. But with so many options available for senior students, it can be tough to know where to start. Your child could jump straight into full-time work. Or maybe take a gap year. Wherever their journey takes them, one thing is certain - a qualification will take them places. Charles Sturt University’s flexible options mean that study can work around them and their plans. If they’re currently completing year 12, they could go down the usual path and apply for University through UAC, or VTAC. But what if they didn’t get the ATAR marks they were after? Don’t worry, Charles Sturt has plenty of options. Before your child even sits their VCE exams, they could apply for the Charles Sturt Advantage program. If successful, they’ll get an early oﬀer into the course of their dreams, based on work they’ve already done, and skills they already have. Applications open on February 1 2023, with three rounds of oﬀers available throughout the year. Did you know that if your child

already has a TAFE diploma, Charles Sturt can also help level up their education? Their TAFE qualification can be used as a one-way ticket into most of their undergraduate courses. Taking the leap and committing to starting a university course can be daunting. Charles Sturt gets that. But what if we told you that Charles Sturt offers short courses that take as little as 14 weeks to complete? There’s the Charles Sturt Pathway program, offering entry into many of their bachelor degrees. It’s a free course that works as an admissions pathway, giving your child a tailored learning experience to set up their first year of university study. Charles Sturt also offer undergraduate certificates - which offer your child an opportunity to study part of a bachelor’s degree to gain foundational knowledge and add contemporary knowledge to their skillset. So no matter which path your high school senior decides to follow, Charles Sturt can help them along the way. For more information visit www.study.csu.edu.au or call 1800 275 278.

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Perfect start to a career in journalism I ARRIVED at the Wangaratta Chronicle in 2019, just a week after graduating high school. I had no idea what I wanted to do after school but the opportunity to join the Wangaratta Chronicle as a cadet arose. Originally I applied for the position as a cadet journalist in the early general news side of the paper, however, an opportunity to join sport came to fruition and I jumped at that with both hands. As a sports-loving 18-year-old, sports journalism combined both my love for sport, as well as writing which I saw as one of my strengths at school. The opportunity to combine these two facets, along with earning a full-

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time wage and having my study at Deakin University paid for was too good to pass up. Under the tutelage of all senior journalists at the Wangaratta Chronicle, I have been able to not only improve my writing, but also learn other valuable skills such as pagination. My time as a sports journalist has been nothing short of interesting. When I took on this job I had absolutely no idea that I would have virtually no sport to report on through 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as partly through 2021, but I feel

JOB DONE: Willson Mack has recently completed his three-year cadetship with the )" - // #-*)$ ' and is looking forward to attending university in Geelong next year to complete his Bachelor of Communications.

that these times have only improved my skills as a journalist. Throughout these times I had to search far and wide for stories, while my hard-news style of writing only improved with all the cancellations that occurred throughout that time, which I believe will only hold me in good stead for my future in this arena. Since then, sport has returned and I’ve been able to get back to writing

match reports on all sport and cover things like grand ǰŠĝřź͂ƚņŉīņ͂ņĝź͂ĪĵĵŠ͂źŧşĵ͂ of my highlights thus far. For me, reporting on the 2022 Ovens and Murray ŁŶĝŠı͂ǰŠĝř͂ƚĝź͂ĝ͂şĝźźŉƙĵ͂ highlight with Wangaratta saluting in an absolute thriller against Yarrawonga at the Lavington Sportsground. Memories like that is why many people should seriously consider taking on a cadetship at the

Wangaratta Chronicle. Throughout all of this I was studying online with Deakin University’s Country Press Australia’s Post-Cadet Journalism course, which gave me an extra insight into the world of journalism. Thanks to this course I have now been able to secure a position at Deakin University, studying a Bachelor of Communications. Due to my prior studies

as a cadet journalist I’m eligible for recognition of prior learning which will give me credits that will then cut my course down ĝŠı͂ĝřřŧƚ͂şĵ͂Ɓŧ͂ǰŠŉźņ͂ my bachelor degree a lot sooner. My career at the Wangaratta Chronicle has equipped me of life-long skills and knowledge and I strongly encourage any young person to give this path a go. Ŷ )/ - ./ ń '*2ŀ

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN - CADET JOURNALIST (Sport / General News) Is this you?

Study Journalism at Deakin University for 3 years Wangaratta Chronicle is currently seeking expressions of interest from motivated candidates to join the team in Wangaratta as a cadet journalist. The successful candidate will learn how to write clear, concise and interesting news, sport and feature stories for our newspaper and associated digital and social media platforms.

TO APPLY Please email your cover letter & resume to: Jeff Zeuschner, Group Editor E: jzeuschner@nemedia.com.au

Soon to be Year 12 graduate or past graduate

Excellent English skills

Passionate about the local community

Ability to build rapport & network quickly

Strong organisational skills & attention to detail

Valid drivers licence

Photography and/or social media skills

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Living history St Patrick’s Primary School YEAR 5/6 students recently attended a three day camp experience at Sovereign Hill in Ballarat. The camp was the culmination of the history unit ‘Museums in Motion’ where students learnt about the impact of colonisation on Australia and the lasting effects it had on indigenous culture and the environment. Before attending the camp, they worked in teams to create their own virtual museum and used green screening techniques to share their understandings. The camp was a huge success and a fabulous way for the year six students to complete their years of primary schooling. FUN TIMES: St Pat’s Year 5/6 students had a great time during the camp to Sovereign Hill.

SELF CONTAINED: Carra students took a close look at the storage boxes created by Max Vincent and fellow men’s shed members, made for the school’s outdoor games.

COURT ACTION: Students (from left) Riley Ingleton, Jackson Billings, Isla Broomfield, Teo Valle and Tristan Ray-Bridge were among those being coached in tennis by Doug Smith.

Time for tennis STUDENTS in years three to six have enjoyed playing tennis in the sunshine. They participated in four tennis coaching sessions with

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head coach Doug Smith, the last of the sessions taking place down at the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club. Students loved the

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opportunity to play some games on full courts and then playing against staff despite the teachers being victorious.

THE local men’s shed created some large boxes for the school to keep their massive outdoor chess and checker pieces in. The school community said both are

fantastic and created at a very reasonable price for the little school. Students passed on their appreciation to shed members, including Max Vincent.

Outdoor entertainment Oxley Primary School THE year 2/3 students enjoyed a special treat on Wednesday. Students raised money during the year through their inquiry unit and were treated to fish and chips in the park as an end of year celebration. It was a fun way to end a busy and productive year. PARK LIFE: Students (from left) Eli Heafield, Scout Whitehead, Morgan Loechel, Libby McDonald, Lucy Galloway, Sid McAninily, Sasha Gazzara, Miranda Perkins, Tom Conroy chilled out during the celebration in the park.

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Work of an arsonist? Wednesday, December 12 By SHANA MORGAN POLICE and the Country Fire Authority (CFA) have launched an investigation into three suspicious fires that started within a short time on Sunday, with concerns they may have been arson. Fires at Winton, on the left of the Hume Freeway’s northbound lanes; Glenrowan, in the centre median strip of the freeway; and further north at Laceby all started between 3.55pm and 4.15pm and were reported by numerous motorists on the freeway. CFA Region 23 operations officer, Ashley Mills, said about 10 vehicles attended across the three blazes and stopped them from doing any wider damage. “We got to them fairly quickly, controlled them fairly quickly,” he said. Both a CFA fire investigation team and police arson chemists in Melbourne are now looking at items found at the scene of the fires to establish if the fires were deliberately lit. Detective Sergeant Kevin Coughlan, of the Wangaratta Criminal Investigation Unit, ruled out natural causes, saying

Community officers will replace expert forecasters By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN THE Bureau of Meteorology (the bureau) has defended its decision to replace expert forecasters on local radio stations with ‘science communicators’. Science communicators, or community information officers, will be fully briefed on local weather issues and will draw on local information that expert forecaster currently use as they go to air. A spokesperson for the bureau said the support of the “suitably qualified” science communicators will allow more specialists BOM meteorologists to focus on producing more informed forecasts and weather warnings. “Wherever possible, the community information officers are based in the region of the broadcast, however the bureau’s priority remains on providing accurate and timely information to enable better decision making by the community,” the spokesperson said. “These improvements will help to deliver more targeted, timely and responsive products and services for the Australian community.”

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BURNT OUT: Glenrowan Fire Brigade volunteers ensure a fire on the side of the Hume Freeway at Winton is extinguished. PHOTO: Shana Morgan the fires were started somehow by a person. “We’re still looking at whether it’s deliberately lit or accidental,” he said. “We can’t determine the cause at this time.” Mr Mills said having an arsonist in the area would be concerning if hot and windy

conditions become worse in Wangaratta during summer. “It’s of quite some concern

for us that some of them could have been deliberately lit,” he said. But Det Sgt Coughlan said the location did not fit the usual pattern for arson because a fire in a mowed area on the side of a busy freeway was always going to move slowly and be quickly spotted by passing motorists.

MELBOURNE will be the global capital of recreational fishing for five festival-filled days in February 2023 having won the rights to host the tenth World Recreational Fishing Conference (WRFC), which will include the complementary Ultimate Fishing Expo, at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) CEO Travis Dowling said the Ultimate Fishing Expo on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February would be a weekend extravaganza of expert speakers and fishing celebrities, activities for the entire family to enjoy, and all the latest in fishing gear, boats and equipment. For the Expo’s schedule on Saturday and Sunday, visit www.vfa.vic.gov.au/ultimatefishingexpo or www.wrfc10.com to learn more about the World Recreational Fishing Conference.

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New Year’s Eve at the showgrounds THE community is invited to celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Wangaratta Showgrounds on Saturday, December 31. Bring a picnic rug and settle in from 6pm with kid’s activities on offer, live music from Sweet Buzz and This Way North, followed by a DJ playing all the favourites, with fireworks at 9pm and midnight. Food and drink vendors will be on site (strictly no BYO) in what will be a community party for families and friends to welcome in 2023.

Diesel to perform in Wangaratta AUSTRALIAN singer songwriter Diesel will showcase the Blues and his greatest hits during a performance at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Saturday, March 4. Following the release of his solo blues album “Alone With Blues” Diesel will perform an intimate two-set solo concert performance with a brief intermission, designed especially for theatres. Tickets are available now at www.wpacc. com.au. IT’S SHOWTIME: Pulsate Dance Force dancers including Peyton Wood, Heidi May, Maddy Bertalli, Eden Watkins (with Rodney Vincent), Indi Peruzzo, Holly Gorman, Amelia Dews, Makenzie Ledger, Evie Anderson are looking forward to Carols in the Park in Milawa on Sunday night. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Carols return to Milawa for a joyful celebration BY ANITA McPHERSON amcpherson@ nemedia.com.au

CAROLS in the Park will return to the Milawa Community Park on Sunday night, promising to provide an uplifting program of familyfriendly fun and entertainment for all. Like many of our much-loved community events, Milawa carols hasn’t been held since 2019, so event coordinators Phil and Denise O’Keefe are delighted to see it back bigger and better than ever, following enthusiastic requests from the public. Phil said after a COVID break they are looking forward to a wonderful night of Christmas carols and joyful songs at a time when we need it most. He said in the past the event has attracted up to 700 people, so from humble beginnings more than 25 years ago, it has certainly grown. “The last few years have been pretty flat and as the Christmas song says - we need a little

It’s a wonderful night out and a lovely time for everyone to get together. - PHIL O’KEEFE

Christmas - which is what we’re aiming to provide on Sunday,” he said. “Santa and Rudolph will also be calling in on the night to say hello to the kids. “We’ve tried to foster a very relaxed, family atmosphere at the event and it seemed to have really worked.” Milawa’s Carols in the Park now attracts a host of

seasoned and local performers, backed by a professional sound and light show, giving it an authentic city “Carols by Candlelight” experience. Popular entertainer, Wangaratta-born Rodney Vincent, is looking forward to performing again on the night his third time at Milawa. “It’s a wonderful night out and a lovely time for everyone

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THE annual Thoona CWA Christmas Carols and free community barbecue will be held on Friday night at the Thoona Hall. Come along and enjoy a barbecue and chat at 6pm, followed by carol singing with local talented musicians providing the music at 7.30pm followed by a lovely country supper, with all welcome.

ENJOY movies in Merriwa Park during the month of January next year. Cinema Pop-ups will be held on January 19, 20 and 21 for all to enjoy from 7pm until late. Entry will be $5 for adults (kids under 18 free).

to get together,” he said. “Wang’s always been my hometown and my mother (Elaine Vincent) used to perform at dances at Oxley and Milawa and for the troops when they were going off to WWII and coming home again. “It’s always good to come back to where I grew up.” Rodney will also play host, introducing a big line up of artists including Lachlan McIntyre, Alison Comensoli, Antonia Maher and many more, plus the Pulsate Dance Force dancers and Vocal Dimension. Candles and a range of food and soft drinks will be available to purchase on the night from 6.45pm with the show to start at 7.15pm. Presented by the Milawa Public Hall and Park Special Committee, funds raised from a raffle on the night, with a great prize on offer from Lancemore Milawa, will go towards upkeep of the facilities. The Rotary Club of Milawa Oxley will be running a sausage sizzle, there will be ice cream and a coffee van (byo chairs and rug) with access to the park via the hall entrance and all welcome.

Pete Denahy at The Vine ENJOY a big day out at The Vine Hotel in North Wangaratta on Thursday, January 26 when the Pete Denahy Day BBQ Bash is held. The family-friendly event will run from 12pm until 4pm with a BBQ lunch and fantastic live entertainment from award-winning musician, comedian and local legend, Pete Denahy. Tickets are available now by visiting www. thevinehotel.net.au.

yourstars ARIES

(March 21 to April 19) Your work on a recent job assignment is impressive and sure to be noticed. Meanwhile, expect to receive news about an upcoming holiday event you won’t want to miss.

TAURUS

(April 20 to May 20) Saving the world one person at a time is what you were born to do. So accept it when people ask you for help, especially during the holiday season.

GEMINI

(May 21 to June 20) Now that you’ve resolved all doubts about an important decision, you can surprise a lot of people by defending your stand with strong and wellreasoned arguments.

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(June 21 to July 22) The holiday mood stirs your need to nurture everyone, from the family cat to great-grandma. But don’t overdo it, especially with teens, who like to feel grown up.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Enjoy basking in the warm love of family and close friends this holiday season. But don’t fall into a prolonged catnap yet. There’s still much to do before you can fully put up your paws and relax.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid

pushing others to work as hard as you do on a common project. Instead, encourage them to do their best, and they might well reward you with a pleasant surprise.

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(September 23 to October 22) Like the sensible Libra you are, you no doubt already started your holiday shopping. But be careful to keep within your budget. Shop around for the best buys.

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(October 23 to November 21) Love and friendship remain strong in your aspect over the next several days. This is a good time to develop new relationships and strengthen old ones.

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(November 22 to December 21) A beloved family member has news that will brighten your holidays. Also expect to hear from friends who had long since moved out of your life.

CAPRICORN

(December 22 to January 19) Family and friends are in for a surprise when you accept the need to make a change without being talked into it. (Bet it surprised you, too, didn’t it?)

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(January 20 to February 18) Restoring an old friendship might not be as easy as you had hoped. You might want to explore the reasons for your former buddy’s reluctance to cooperate.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your party-going activities pick up as the holiday season takes off. Enjoy your plunge into the social swim as you make new friends and renew old friendships.

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KING VALLEY NEWS

Covering Moyhu, Edi, Myrrhee, Whitfield, Cheshunt and Whitlands areas

Further upgrades planned for local fishing club’s trailer BY ANITA McPHERSON amcpherson@ nemedia.com.au

THE King River and District Fishing Club is looking forward to creating an even more userfriendly trailer, thanks to a community grant it received from the Rural City of Wangaratta. The non-profit community club will add an awning to cover their barbecue and update the trailer’s solar and battery system, with the help of the $2500 grant. They also need to update the size of the fridge to accommodate the space requirements of its growing membership, who enjoy a range of outdoor activities throughout the year. Secretary Regina Callaway said the club is a social, familyorientated group who fish once a month in a different location. She said everyone is welcome on their fishing days, whether they are members or not. “For our keen fishers we have a competition for the biggest fresh or saltwater catch of the year the winner of each category taking home a $50 voucher - and we enjoy a saltwater trip once a year and a camping weekend to a local river,” she said. “There is also an annual ‘future fishing comp’ to encourage junior anglers to join and participate, as a way of encouraging children to get outside and enjoy themselves.” One of the highlights on the club’s calendar is its annual event - the Rubber Duck Regatta - held each year at Gentle Annie camping reserve in Whitfield. It will be held on Saturday, January 28 in 2023 and rubber ducks WANGARATTA Prostate Cancer support group will hold its next meeting at the North Eastern Hotel in Spearing Street today from 7pm to 8pm. Members and prospective members are welcome to come along earlier at 6pm for dinner prior to the meeting. Partners most welcome. For more information, phone Bill on 0408 552 768, Neil on 0427 214 856 or Frank on 0448 313 506. WANGARATTA Senior Citizens Club will host its Christmas break-up lunch at the Wangaratta Club today from 12 noon. Carpet bowls will run on Thursday from 12 noon, with cards (euchre) on Friday from 1.30pm, all at the clubrooms in Tara Court or in the adjoining St Patrick’s supper room. The club’s activities will then start up again on Monday, January 9. WANGARATTA Keenagers Table Tennis will hold its last games for the year on Thursday, December 15 from 7am at the table tennis centre at the Wangaratta Showgrounds. Bring along your own cup. The club will resume in the New Year on Monday, February 6, and always welcomes new members. For more information, contact Trevor Wolfel on 0476 891 596. A FREE bus from the Wangaratta council offices will transport young people to the Let Loose Dance Party being run by the City of Wodonga on Saturday, December 17. The party will run from 6pm to 9pm at The Cube in Wodonga, and is open to 16 to 25 year olds.

Moyhu Tennis Club meeting THE Moyhu Tennis Club will hold its annual general meeting tomorrow night at 7 pm in the pool room at the Moyhu Hotel. If anyone is interested in cardio tennis, tennis Hot Shots, coaching for both children and adults or social tennis, come along and be a part of the club as there are some exciting programs about to be launched. If you would like to stay for a meal, Melissa has requested they pre-order on 5727 9333 or by Facebook messenger, with more information by calling Wendy on 0412 106 707.

Moyhu Christmas market

YOUNG FISHERS: Future Fishing Comp winners Jackson Maskell and Teagan Callaway, with the club trailer, are among the members honing their skills in the King River and beyond. are now available for adoption for $5 each from the Moyhu General Store. On the day of the regatta, there will be a barbecue from 1pm, before the ducks dive in for the big race at 2pm - with the winning duck earning its owner prizes valued at over $500. Profits from the event will go towards operating costs and further upgrades to the club’s equipment, so it can better cater to the family and friends enjoying social days by the water. King River and District Fishing Club president Wendy Brand thanked council and also acknowledged the ongoing support the club received from local businesses within the Rural City of Wangaratta. To register your place at the dance party, visit wod.city/LLDanceParty The link for the free bus is https:// events.humanitix.com/let-loosedance-party-bus SPRINGHURST Old Time Dance will be held on Saturday, December 17 in Springhurst Hall from 7.30pm to 11pm. Music provided by Rustic Ramblers, lots of fun and prizes, special prize for best Christmas costume (ladies and gents). Entry is $10 per person, please bring a plate of supper to share. For more information, phone 5726 5241. A COACH trip to the Australian Open tennis is being planned for Thursday, January 19. The $110 cost includes bus fare and tickets to Margaret Court Arena, or bus and ground pass for $95. The coach will depart Wareena Park car park at 6.30am, stop at Wallan restaurants, and arrive at the tennis centre about 10am. It will leave the centre at 6.30pm, stop at Wallan, and return to Wangaratta about 10pm. For more information, phone Marj Sartori on 0400 285 288. SATURDAY Quilters will start meeting again on Saturday, February 4, offering a chance for beginners through to more advanced quilters to gather for a relaxed sit/sew/chat day. The group meets at the Wangaratta Small Bore Rifle Club, off the river end of College Street, on the first Saturday of each month, starting at 10am and finishing around 3pm. For more information, phone Colleen on 0427 221 138.

THE Moyhu Lions Christmas country market will be held this Saturday at the Moyhu Lions Park from 8am until 12pm. There will be Christmas competitions including the best dressed Christmas-themed outfit and Christmas-themed decorated treats, with prizes for adults and children. The man in the red suit is also expected to attend this month’s event, where there will be stalls showcasing a range of items, with coffee and breakfast also on offer.

Moyhu community garage sale

IMPRESSIVE CATCH: King River and District Fishing Club member Mick Storey set the bar high when he landed a 72cm cod at the Lake Mulwala Cod Classic earlier this month.

SOCIAL CALENDAR WANGARATTA Woodworkers Inc meet at the Wangaratta Showgrounds each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 12 noon (closing earlier if no-one is present). The rooms are open on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 7pm to 8.30pm, and Sundays from 10am to 1pm. All welcome. For more information, contact Bevan on 0437 196 118 or Les on 0412 250 674. WANGARATTA Sing Australia Group meets each Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm at Purbrick Hall, next to Holy Trinity Cathedral. All welcome - for further information, call Keith Fleet on 0491 114 480, Cheryl Hoysted on 0419 005 062 or Marlene O’Keefe on 0417 454 126. GLENROWAN Indoor Carpet Bowls is held at Glenrowan Recreation Reserve Hall each Wednesday - arrive 12.45pm for 1pm start. The competition runs until 3.30pm4pm, and is followed by afternoon tea. For details, phone Frank on 0409 662 462. ELDORADO Carpet Bowls is held every Thursday from 12.45pm at the Eldorado Community Hall. GROW, a peer support group for mental wellbeing, meets at Benalla’s

Waminda Community House, 19 Ballintine Street, on Mondays from 10.30am. All welcome, no cost, phone 0448 052 769 for more information. WANGARATTA Concert Band rehearses on Mondays from 6.45pm to 9pm at the Avian Park Raceway Band Room in Newman Street. New players welcome, contact Helen on 0401 021 448. OSTINATO Wangaratta and District Community Choir meets each Tuesday from 7pm to 9.30pm at the Log Cabin, corner Faithfull and Chisholm Streets, Wangaratta. New members are welcome to join this enthusiastic and welcoming group of singers. LIFEBALL is played every Tuesday from 1pm on the basketball court at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre. Lifeball is a non-contact game of netball, designed by a doctor and physio for the safety of mature players, with no running, walking backwards or throwing high balls, but enjoying fun and friendship. For more information, ph 0418 574 404. WANGARATTA AL-Anon Family Group meets on Tuesdays from 1.30pm to 3pm at the backstage meeting room at St Patrick’s Hall in Ford Street. All welcome. If your life has been affected by someone else’s drinking, this group may be for you. Contact David on 0403 552 950 or Bev on 0449 516 828.

THE King River and District Fishing Club and Moyhu Primary School will be holding a community garage sale on March 11 of the Labour Day long weekend next year. Maps will be available from the school where there will also be car boot stalls, a barbecue and games for kids. Residents can register their house on the map (for a cost of $5) with car boot stall sites $10 and more information is available by emailing Regina at r_crama@hotmail.com or see Wendy at the Moyhu General Store. WANGARATTA Symphony Orchestra rehearses each Tuesday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Wangaratta Baptist Church, 1 Sisely Avenue. New string and wind players are welcome to come along to rehearsals to try out. For more information, email wangsymphonyorchestra@gmail.com or call Chloe on 0413 775 027. WANGARATTA Toastmasters conducts its meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 6.45pm in the community room at the Wangaratta Library in Docker Street. For more information, contact Leah Walker at leahwalka@gmail.com BLOKES Time Out conducts regular gatherings and activities on the third Saturday of the month. For more information, visit gritandresilience@wangaratta.vic.gov.au CYCLING Without Age Wangaratta offers free tri-shaw rides to the elderly, and to people of any age with disabilities or reduced mobility. The group provides regular rides around Wangaratta to people living at home, or living in care. For more information, phone 0418 387 089 or email cwawangaratta@ gmail.com TOPS weight supporting group meets at The Centre each Monday from 5pm to 6pm, offering encouragement and great company to support locals in managing their weight. For more information, phone 0458 374 261.

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GIGGINS, Robert Bruce.

ELLIS (nee Carstairs), Helen.

1/12/1932 – 9/12/2022 Dearly loved husband of 65 years to Merle. Cherished father of Bruce, Craig, and John. Father-in-law to Sharon, Jen, and Belinda. Adored grandfather to Tamara, Mitchell, Georgia; Jacqueline, James; Thomas, Nicholas, Emily and Taylah. Great grandfather to Louis, Olivia, and Penny. So dearly loved, so sadly missed. Will be cherished forever within our hearts.

To my love Robert Bruce, You gave me all that a husband could give, You gave me your love and a reason to live. You’ve been my best friend for so many years, We shared happy times and also our tears. There’s no one who means as much as you do, After all you’ve done for me and all we’ve been through. So we’ll never be parted, it just cannot be, For you know I love you and I know you love me. Sleeping in peace. Your loving wife. From Merle Irene, Life partner of 70 wonderful years. Now resting with our parents.

Much loved father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather

Robert Bruce Giggins (Giggo) Sadly, passed away on December 9, 2022. Aged 90 years young, born December 1, 1932. What a life well lived you did have, kind, caring and full of knowledge, we are all VR EHWWHU R൵ IURP WDONLQJ DQG OLVWHQLQJ WR everything you said. Your passion for your family and friends is WKH VWX൵ RI OHJHQG Never a complaint or a whinge as you battled along was heard all the while supporting others. The Carlton Blues have lost a true follower, but other family will gladly step up. Farewell old mate thanks for being you your family spirit will live on for generations through stories and laughter, you will never be forgotten, you never could be. With love and fondest memories always, you will be sadly missed, the family chain has been broken and a hole in our hearts that will QHYHU EH ¿OOHG ~ Your son Bruce, Sharon, Tamara, Gavin, Penny, Mitchell, Abbey, Louis, Olivia, and Georgia. xxx

The more enriched a person makes our lives, the harder it is to let them go. It’s hard not to wish for one more day, one more word, one more chance to tell you we love you. Saying goodbye Dad, is the hardest sorrow to bear. ~ Craig and Jen, Jack and Tim, James and Bec.

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Our beautiful mother and Nanna, Thank you for a lifetime of love and kindness, Thank you for all the adventures we have shared, And thank you for your shining example of love and devotion to our family. We will always love you. ~ Julie, Mark, Steph, Chris, Lachie, Leo, Jared and Eliza.

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Locals dominate home meeting By WILLSON MACK WANGARATTA trainers dominated the turf club’s Christmas Party Race Day taking out five of the 10 races at their home track Ledger Racing returned to the winners circle with a bang recording a winning double, while Andrew Dale, Allen Fitzgerald and Steve Cunningham all recorded victors. For Ledgers, it was Rich Result who won his maiden in race two at a whopping $43.60, followed by Written Advice who won her fourth career win also at long odds of $30.80. John Ledger said it was a great result for the stable. “We’ve had a major overhaul of the barn where we’ve

had to move 30 or so horses on because they just didn’t measure up to being race horses,” Ledger said. “We’re now developing the next crop which has taken a while but they’re coming through now and one of those was Rich Result who we actually bred. “Written Advice is one of our older horses but she just doesn’t enjoy wet tracks so getting her onto a good three on Saturday was great for her.” Despite three-year-old filly Rich Result’s lofty odds, Ledger was confident his galloper could run a solid race. “She’s been galloping well but she just needed to learn a trade a little bit,” Ledger said.

PROMISING: Ledger Racing’s Rich Result won her maiden at $43.60 at Wangaratta on Saturday. PHOTO: Racing Photos “If you look at her last race she got stuck on the fence and when a gap opened up she didn’t take it but that’s just what baby horses do, they won’t go through the gap they’ll just canter along.

GOOD ROLL: Tom Morrow in action during Wangaratta A3’s win over Bright. PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

“With that experience under her belt and then getting her into a good position on Saturday she was able to win her first race.” Written Advice settled towards the back of the field

in the 0-58 handicap (2000m) before hitting the line hard after finding a gap with 200m to go. “Her form looks pretty average but she doesn’t enjoy wet tracks so it’s been a nightmare for her over the past few months,” Ledger said. “She looked like she lost all her form but it turns out she was going well, she just hated the wet tracks. “Once the track was upgraded to a good three she enjoyed that and hit the line hard. “She’s on track for a similar program to last year when she won the Adrian Ledger Memorial on Albury Gold Cup day.” Ledger has hopes of racing the pair in the city over

the next couple of months. “Rich Result probably needs one more run at 1400m in the bush and then we’ll look at going mid-week Melbourne with her,” he said. “Written Advice could also run in one of those staying races at the Moonee Valley night races. “We’re rebuilding at the moment though so we’ve just got to be patient over the next few months but I’m confident we’ve got a few nice horses coming through. “The racing side of our business isn’t the priority - it’s okay preparing group one winners for Mick Price but it’s always great to win some races for your own stable.”

TACTICS: Wangaratta’s Steve English (left) and Bright’s Peter Raduczic assess.

Successful weekend for all Wangaratta bowls teams By MAURIE BRADEN WANGARATTA Bowls Club had a successful weekend across the board in the Ovens and Murray’s pennant competition. A1: Wangaratta came from behind to beat Benalla at home on Saturday. After holding a slender lead for most of the day Wangaratta found themselves five shots down with less than 10 ends to play, however, a late rally by the home side saw them surge ahead to win by seven shots. Maurie Braden, Jodie Fruend, Gary Fenlon and Phil Davern were the only winning rink for Wangaratta, beating Sam Beaton’s rink (26-7). Ian Brimblecombe, Laurie McDonald, Paul King and Leon Quartermain converted with their last bowl to force a tie with Geoff Kidd (16-all) and Trevor Selwood (19-20) although losing scored four shots on their last end to help the overall revival. Ethan Fruend (15-26) also came back in the last few ends to help the overall score.

Final scores: Wang 13 pts 76 shots def Benalla 5 pts 69 shots. Wangaratta are at home to YMGCR next week. A3: Wangaratta moved into second position with a strong home win against Bright on Saturday. Peter Selwood, Lorna Martinelli, Richie Allan and Bob McCalman had a big win over Julie Ellis’ rink (35-11) and Tom Morrow, Steve English, Neil Jensen and Steve Bihun (25-20) also had a good win. Terry Corrigan, Gerald Brown, Klaus Kazenwadel and Mick Mackow (20 all) tied their rink while Brian Godfrey, Barb McDonald, Willie Hall and Tyson Chivers went down to Pat O’Shea on the last end (22-23). Final scores: Wang 15 pts 102 hots def Bright 3 pts 74 shots. Milawa missed a chance to move into the top four with an away loss to Tungamah on Saturday. Dave Allan, Shane Cousins, Cyril Ciavarella and Barry Walker (19-11) were Milawa’s only winning rink. Ron Welfare (12-23), Marty Lane (20-23) and Terry Hallinan

(18-21) all lost. Final scores: Milawa 2 pts 69 shots lost to Tungamah 16 pts 78 shots. Next round Wangaratta play Moira away and Milawa have a bye. B1: Moyhu went down at Myrtleford on Saturday. Ian Ritchie, Neil Magee, Howard White and Anthea Nockels ensured the visitors a point after they tied their rink (19-all), but losses to Charlie Thompson’s rink (19-20) and Stuart Brain (8-22) saw Moyhu drop to fourth on the Ladder. Final scores: Moyhu 1 pt 46 shots lost to Myrtleford 13 pts 61 shots Wang will travel to Benalla next week while Moyhu have a bye. B3: Wangaratta moved back into the top four with a comfortable home win against Myrtleford on Saturday. Chris Bell, Heather Coyle, Howard Beard and Thelma Stones (23-16), Lyn Kahlefeldt, Ken Essenhigh, Susan Bull and Fran Don (20-15) and Malcolm Hargreaves, Gayle King, Mick Godfrey and Susan Singleton (21-

19) made it a clean sweep for the home side. Final scores Wang 14 pts 64 shots def Myrtleford 0 pts 50 shots. Wangaratta are away to Wodonga next week. Mid-Week Pennant: A1: Wangaratta suffered its second loss of the season when it went down to YMGCR in round seven of A1 mid-week. Ian Brimblecombe (18-23), Trevor Selwood (13-17) and Chris Randell (16-25) all went down as Wangaratta failed to get any points from the match. Final scores: Wang 0 pts 47 shots lost to YMGCR 14 pts 65 shots. Wangaratta are at home to Yarrawonga next round. A3: Wangaratta had a solid win against Corowa Civic in round six. Terry Corrigan, Chris Bell, Ann Keen and Carol Coghill (32-11) and Bev Hogan, Malcolm Hargreaves, Gayle King and Cindy Hardy (25-10) both had big wins for the home side. Lyn Kahlefeldt’s (16-26) was the only defeat for the day. Final scores: Wang 12 pts 73

shots def Corowa Civic 2 pts 47 shots. Wangaratta are away at Benalla next game. B1: Moyhu were no match for top side Mansfield at Mansfield in round seven. All rinks went down in the heavy defeat. Final scores: Moyhu 0 pts 68 shots lost to Swanpool 2 pts 53 shots. Milawa claimed a home win against Wareena Park in the last round. Janette Nugent, Jane Osmotherly, Bev Tiffin and Barry Walker won (24-10) over Terry Kirby’s rink, and Noel Nugent, Michelle Van Praagh, Lynn Allan and Roger Dadd (31-13) over Alice Dobson’s rink were the home side winners. Walter Brett, Lola Clarke, Jim Lamb and Jenni Stevens were Wareena Park’s best rink with a win (20-18) over Ron Welfare’s rink. Final scores: Milawa 12 pts 73 shots def Wareena Park 2 pts 43 shots. Round eight sees Moyhu host Wareena Park, while Milawa travel to Swanpool.

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Busy night at Wangaratta Raceway SATURDAY night at Wangaratta City Raceway the crowd was super pumped for a big night of sprintcar action and local sedan heroes and they got both of those along with Mini and Lightning Sprint racing, Junior Sedan competition and a small but entertaining Demolition Derby. It would be a first time Sprintcar win to Ashley Cook after he defeated Terry Rankin and Grant Anderson. Four heat races in the Sprintcars saw wins to Rankin, Cook, Andrew Hughes from the Latrobe Valley in a race time over 10 laps of 2:30.932 and Tim Hutchins from Tasmania. A feature race accident on lap one took out one of the favourites in Jordyn Charge along with Brayden Parr who was expected to feature in the top half of the results also. Over 30 laps, Cook was never headed. The top four never lost their places at all. The final 12 finisher all finished on the lead lap with Cook beating

Rankin Anderson, Matthew Reed, and Chris Solomon to the chequered flag. Cook rset a lap time of 14.424 in the feature event. Nine heat races were held for the Sports Sedans with wins going to Corey Lincoln, Nathan Shortis (2), Josh Service (2), Dale Smith, Felicity Roycroft (2), and Rhys Lansdown. The feature event ran over 23 laps before being declared finished and by the end of 10 laps fancied competitors such as Shortis and Roycroft and also Anthony Knight were out of the race and Service to this point had led all 10 laps. Service led the next 13 laps and defeated Dale Smith, then Andrew Jordan followed by Jamie Thomsen, while Lucas Conder from Ballarat was in fifth spot at the chequered flags. In Junior Open Sedan competition six heat races were held with Connor Claridge the winner of the first, Jacob Tinworth the second, then

Hunter Carey and Tinworth for a second time before Harry Cecil won his final heat race and Zoe Hunt the last race in qualifying. Cecil then went on to win the feature event over 10 laps, Claridge finished in second place with Cobie McGraw , Mia Lamb, and Zoe Hunt. The Mini and Lightning Sprints competed at Wangaratta for the first time in some time. Australian champion AJ McTaggart won heat one in a very quick race time over eight laps of 1:59.995 with a fast one lap time of 14.726. Jack Selmes won the second and McTaggart the final qualifying race before the competitors entered into a 15 lap final. The Mini and Lightning Sprints finished the final

without a stoppage as they had also done for the three qualifying races, making it four from four races run start to finish. The only major event of their evening was Jason Alie rolling and tearing up his car in the first attempt to start heat two. McTaggart from Sydney went on to win from Harley Graham, Jack Selmes, Danny Stone and Ally Moore. The feature was completed in 3:53.967. Wangaratta Speedway Club will hold its next race meeting on January 14 which will feature the Goulburn Ovens Sedans Victorian title and the Bob Bailey Memorial for Production Sedans. Wangaratta Speedway committee has offered its

venue to the Corowa-Rutherglen Speedway Club whose racetrack at Wahgunyah has been ravaged by flood waters after Victoria’s recent heavy period of rain. On December 27, CorowaRutherglen will take the keys and join with Wangaratta volunteers to hold a race meeting with CorowaRutherglen taking a financial return. The Corowa-Rutherglen club has lost the majority of its machinery and has sustained damage to the generator, its light system, grader and water truck, the club office, and the canteen. A raffle will also be held to raise funds. Other speedway clubs, businesses and racing teams from around Australia have been invited to pitch in with donations for the raffle. For anybody interested in this cause, they can contact Wangaratta City Raceway via their social media accounts with your offers of support.

ENTERTAINING: Josh Service (84) was the sports sedan winner.

FAST: Ash Cook took out the sprintcar category. PHOTOS: Vern Parker Photography

Croquet prodigy off to nationals By NATHAN DE VRIES CATHEDRAL College Wangaratta year 7 student George Walker won the Victorian under 21 croquet bronze medal event after a clean sweep at the recent Victorian Croquet Association tournament held at the Victorian Croquet Centre in Melbourne last weekend. The event pitted the best up-and-coming croquet stars across Victoria against each other in a two-day round robin format, with Walker winning every single game he played in against tough opposition. The win qualifies Walker for a berth at the gold and silver medal events up in Brisbane, set to be held in early January 2023. Walker said the weekend’s tournament was a challenge, but he was proud of his performance. “We got started in the morning with some really good coaching, which was really good,” he said. “We went through a lot of

tactical plays and how often, when two players of equal skill level play, the most tactical player will win. “The bronze medal game came down to second and first and I was able to win that match with both the games going 7-4 my way. “It wasn’t so much about the score, it was about the games although I won by a reasonable margin it wasn’t a walkover, all these guys put up a really good game, had really good tactical plays and great skills. “I was feeling happy with the way I played, and I’m really thankful for the amount of competition that was put up by the competition, they were all very skilled players and it definitely wasn’t an easy win considering the heat and climate.” Walker plays out of the Beechworth Croquet Club and said he was immensely thankful for all their support ever since he was introduced to the sport at a young age by his grandparents. “My gran and pop started

playing about 10 years ago and since I was about five they started getting me into it,” he said. “When I was about seven they bought me my first mallet, which was a Transforma mallet, it was a huge privilege to be given that for Christmas and I really thank them, they were my coaches in the beginning to get me into the sport and get ahead with it. “They’ve both got really low handicaps at the moment so I’m working to try and beat them - my handicap’s currently an eight and I’m 10 points off being a seven so hopefully I’ll be able to get down to where they are soon.” While croquet is seen as a sport for older people, Walker said he wasn’t letting anyone get in the way of his dream of representing Australia in the sport, which, if he wins the event in Brisbane, he will have a chance to do at the under 21 championships in New Zealand. “I definitely get laughed at a

little bit,” he said. “I go to Cathedral College in Wangaratta and I was really thankful they let me set up some hoops on the school oval and I was able to practise running some hoops on the lawn. “The amount of weird looks I got from that was pretty funny, just this kid standing in the middle of the oval running hoops with this weird ball and stick. “It’s definitely not ‘oh my god, he’s playing croquet, that’s amazing’, it’s a little more ‘what’s he doing?’. “I’ve been invited to Brisbane now for nationals which will decide the gold and silver medals on January 11. “I believe there are a few states coming, definitely some from Tasmania and other states are rallying together a player for them. “I’ll be going for that and there’s an under 21 competition after that, so in the end I’ll end up playing six games of croquet in a row, which is pretty big.”

GOING FOR GOLD: George Walker has a shot at the under 12 gold medal at the national croquet titles in Brisbane in early 2023.

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Peck finds aggregate tennis form By DAVID GODKIN THE summer of tennis at Merriwa Park continued for the aggregate rounds with perfect sunny mild conditions bringing out the tennis players, and the sunscreen. Many players were looking for a tune up before the last seniors tournament for the year the following day over at the Numurkah Lawn Courts, while others were thinking winning a Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club glass could be a nice easy “shop local” Wangaratta themed Christmas present for someone. Section one saw Phil Peck go all out before the Numurkah seniors tournament on 21-14 with a clear three games ahead of Matt Allen on 19-16. Maybe Kevin Callahan was holding a little back for a triumphant return to his old club Numurkah? He matched Matt on 19-16. Mark Brown finished with 11-24. In Section two it was neck and neck between Mark Wettern and the dogged Mario Pane with Mark on 22-14 and Mario 21-19. Maree Sullivan held off Michael Ibott by ladder position as they were both on 18-19. Mike Lairson ended with 1523. Section three saw Matt Curran get the glass with a comfortable 24-12. His nearest rivals were Brian Scobie and Brett Goodwin locked on 18-17. Frank Harris had recovered sufficiently from his last injury and was level with Macca White on 14-21. In section four a very even clash saw Julian Taylor on 2115 just edge out the steady ladder climbing Michelle Flynn on 21-16. Greg Renner was close behind on 20-18. The slicing leftie Phil Dryden and the free swinging Alan Busk were next on 17-22 and 17-23 respectively. Section five was the court next to the billabong with the willows, and that’s where Rus-

sell Canning came swinging out from but Geoff Allen on 2217 had the goods to weather the vocalizations from Russell on 21-18. Mark Gorman was close next on 20-19 while Damian Sheridan rounded out the section on 15-24. In section six Pat Flynn must have had a good morning at the drapery with people ‘shopping locally’ as the Silver Fox had a convincing 24-13 win for another glass to the Flynn Cabinet. His nearest rival was arts guru David Godkin who made a rare aggregate appearance from the seniors/twilight zone after being inspired by a recent performance of the MTC play ‘Sunshine Supergirl’ in Melbourne about the great Evonne Goolagong. Pat’s best win on the day evoked memories of his late mate Brian Curran in his set with Brian’s nephew Peter Curran who was next on 18-20. Joel Eulenstein was close behind on 18-21 with Andrew Cope on a rare 15-21 score. It was a good ‘shop local’ day for Amy Lairson in section seven as well as a heads up for her form going to Numurkah as she blitzed the opposition with 24-07. Terry Flynn was closest on 18-14 with Max McCauliffe breaking in a new headband on 14-15. John Shanley on 12-19 managed to hold out the multi racquets of Tim Dickinson who just scraped to double figures on 10-22. On court four Cate Geard’s tennis enthusiasm paid off with a win in section eight with a score of 20-15. Peter “What a game we’ve got!” Ablezej was close with 2018. Sue Piper had decided to play Wangaratta as she couldn’t make Numurkah seniors and was rewarded with a strong score of 20-19. Tony Clarebrough was just behind on 19-16. Mick Keogh relished the mild conditions and appreciated the club house barracking coming in at 13-24.

WINNER: Cate Gerard took out section eight of the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club’s aggregate competition. PHOTOS: Kurt Hickling

DIVING EFFORT: Peter Ablazej puts in all of his effort to return the ball.

VOLLEY: Mick Keogh plays a volley.

Rutherglen rises to the top of NERTA ladder By BACKHAND WINNER Combined Section RUTHERGLEN have estabilshed themselves as the dominant team this year after they demolished rival Wahgunyah by a large margin. Wahgunyah were missing a couple of stars but the gap between Rutherglen and Wahgunyah is so evident that the additional players wouldn’t have affected the result by enough for it to change. Rachael Crawford, Sheree Coghill and Lindsay Seymour were unstoppable for Rutherglen, Wahgunyah had Travis McDonald, Jesse Johnstone and Mareeta Corcoran battling against the odds to be Wahgunyah’s best.

Boorhaman and Everton Red traded blows all day with the lead changing constantly until Boorhaman gained the ascendancy in the mixed sets by winning two of the three mixed sets to set up their victory by a set and five games. Boorhaman were lead by Merryn Byrne (3 sets) and two sets to Jack Nolan and Shirley Fuller. Everton’s best were Alan Wood, Russell Bennett and Leanne Wood. Hardcourt Pulvirenti have arrived as a team after their win on Saturday over Myrrhee. The youth policy at Hardcourt is starting to bear fruit and with the likes of Henry Dean, Liam Suter, Mia Mitchell, Matilda Dean and Chris Lestino the future of tennis

at the Hardcourt complex is in good hands. Pulvirenti dominated Myrrhee from the outset with youthful eagerness and precision shot making to ensure Myrrhee were never a chance to snatch a victory. Di Griffin, Cathy Van Berlo and Phil Corker shone brightly for Myrrhee. Corowa started their match against Everton Blue brightly winning the first three sets and a demolition job was on the cards but Everton Blue surged and won the next three sets to hold a two game advantage heading into the mixed sets. Unfortunately for Everton that’s where the comeback stalled and Corowa won the next three sets to run out winners by six games.

Corowa had to call on all their vast knowledge and experience to overcome Everton in the final analysis. Corowa had none better than Marianne Spencer (3 sets) and was ably supported by Anne Rhodes and Jo Mathews. Ben Kneebone was Everton Blue’s best, while Dave Postlewaite, Bec Sacco and Stacey Thomas contributed to ensure the result was close. Section 3 Wahgunyah Wahnation (Ollie Struve, Kane Palmer, Brett Skinner, Josh Parker) continued their winning form with a victory over Wahgunyah United (Brian Jones, Dave Harris, Matt Davis, Clara Davis) in convincing style. Wahgunyah Wranglers

(Wayne Johnstone, Mitch Parker, Jaxx Johnstone, Ali Bartel) are slowly and unobtrusively climbing their way up the section three ladder with another win against Wooragee (Dean Bensted, Eiylish McCrostie, Bron Matirn, Coops). Wooragee have slipped off the pace over the last couple weeks and will need to find some consistency to fill a position in the top four. Boorhaman (Kane Tyers, Darby Pane, Jack Keys, Danielle Tyers) are the bolters of section three after their win over Wahgunyah Deep Heat (Jacob Palmer, Katie Bergin, Kath Blake, Teagan Irlam) and have cemented their spot in the top three teams of section three. Deep Heat are one of the

unluckiest teams in section 3, week after week they produce performances worthy of victories but always manage to find ways to let the match slip out of their grasp. RESULTS Section Combined Corowa 6-57 def Everton Blue 3-51, Boorhaman 5-50 def Everton Red 4-45, Hardcourt Pulvirenti 7-65 def Myrrhee 2-31, Rutherglen 8-70 def Wahgunyah 1-22. Section 3 Wahgunyah Wahnation 4-43 def Wahgunyah United 2-24, Wahgunyah Wranglers 5-47 def Wooragee 1-29, Boorhaman 3-44 def Wahgunyah Deep Heat 3-40. Under 15 Wahgunyah 7-42 def Corowa Barty 0-9, Wahgunyah 6-39 def Rutherglen 1-18.

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Double loss in double-header for Warriors

TROUBLES continue for the Wangaratta Warriors with two convincing defeats at the hands of Wallan Panthers and Benalla Breakers over the weekend. The Warriors tipped off their double-header with a 115-75 loss to the Panthers at Myrtleford, followed by a 9154 defeat to the Breakers on Sunday also at Wangaratta. Wangaratta was once again left battling for players on Saturday night with just five players taking the court, including coach Adam Maher. However, Sunday was a better story on the participation front with the Warriors able to get eight team members on to the court. Maher was pleased with the effort from his team. “Again we had five players on Saturday night so I had to suit up but I’m proud of how the guys went,” Maher said. “We scored 75 against Wallan who are a really good side with multiple shooters and run a really tight defence. “We had eight players on Saturday against Benalla

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who are also a quality side and we said we wanted to keep them under 100 and for us to get over 50 and we achieved that which was good.” The Warriors had an unexpected last minute stadium change on Saturday with the game having to be moved from Wangaratta to Myrtleford. “I’m so thankful that Myrtleford Basketball allowed us to use their stadium,” Maher said. “They welcomed us with opened arms, got scorers and set the stadium up which we’re really appreciative of. “I think that’s what country basketball’s about, helping neighbouring associations out.” Against Wallan, Ned Turner and Sam Maher were on fire shooting 28 and 26 points repectively, while Charlie Maher recorded 15.

“I’m really proud of the four boys who played on Saturday,” Maher said. “To score 75 points with five players is a really good effort. “We were with them until half-time but ran out of legs which was probably expected.” The Warriors then suited up against Benalla the following day where Sam Maher (16 points) and Liam Wright (14 points) were key contributors. For the Breakers it was Tom Downie (20 points), Riley Kego (14 points) and Jordan Munro (14 points) who did the damage, “It was good to get a few more players on Sunday and bring some under 18s into the side (Jayden Whitehouse and Lachie Barber),” Maher said. “All players contributed but we were just not quite up to Benalla. “Benalla are a class outfit with players like Eric Miraflores who we did well to keep to 12 points.” The Warriors now have a SHINING LIGHT: Ned Turner shot 28 points against Wallan on Saturday night. break until the new year. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

Women warriors outmatched by Panthers By NATHAN DE VRIES

ROUGH MATCH: Makeely Gottschling and the women Warriors were dealt a steep loss on the weekend, downed 38-81 by Wallan. PHOTO: Melissa Beattie

THE challenging Country Basketball League season continued for Wangaratta’s women basketballers, with the Warriors simply outclassed by Wallan 81-38 on their home court. The match was almost over by the end of the first term, with the Warriors only managing eight points and trailing by 17 at the first break. Wangaratta started finding some form through the second quarter, but another 25 point-term from the Panthers meant a quiet half-time huddle for the Warriors. Wallan kept progressing, the changes which Wangaratta made to both their offensive and defensive structures

bringing no relief. The 43 points loss marks the Warriors seventh ‘L’ this season. Coach Scott Butler said a lack of available players really impacted his side’s ability to hit the scoreboard. “It was rough, we were obviously undermanned so it was always going to be hard when we have two of our stronger players out of our starting five players (Tessa Clayton and Ebony Norris),” he said. “The girls showed great character and great resilience, and they tried different things, switched in and switched out our defence, tried different plays. “We just didn’t have the legs on the floor to be able to compete with that

The Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club has opened entries for their annual Australia Day tournament ■

From back page The club hosted games under lights last year which will once again be a feature of the upcoming tournament. “We’ve got plenty of options with having six lit up lawn courts and six hard courts,” he said. “They will allow us to play deep into the evening if needed. “We had a quarter final under lights last year which was a big hit.”

Sullivan said there will also be a food related draw card at the event. “We’ve got a bit of a special treat this year,” he said. “We’ve got a guy coming down who finished in the top dozen of a massive barbeque competition over in the US. “He’ll be bringing all of his secret herbs and spices one night for all to enjoy a barbeque dinner. “The winner of this competition won hundreds of

thousands of dollars so we’re looking forward to tasting some delicious ribs and other things.” A printable entry form is available from the club’s website on the tournament page, but online entries are preferred. COMING UP: Sam Allen in action during the last Australia Day tournament which will once again be a hit next month.

stronger team.” With just one round remaining before the Christmas break, and four rounds left in the season total, Butler said the lack of diverse numbers was causing the girls were starting to get fatigued. “We’re relying on the same girls week in, week out,” he said. “We’re getting to the end of the season now and they’re getting a little bit tired, that’s all it is. “The third quarter was a good quarter - we held them to no score for about eight minutes. But in saying that, on the other hand, we weren’t scoring at a rate. “It’s always challenging when you can hold a team but you can’t score yourself. “These are all things we’re

going to review towards the end of the season, I’ll have a talk to a few people on the board and try and move forward.” Consistent performers Jorja Reidy (13 points), Olivia Holmes (11 points) and Taylah Reidy (nine points) turned on the magic once again, with a newcomer to the side also putting in a tremendous effort. “We brought Kyia (Wohlers) into the team, she was a real standout in that game,” Butler said. “She’s one of the under 18 girls, she starred, she’s great - I have coached her in the under 18s before. “She loved it, she’s going to come back and play the rest of the season out with us which is good.”

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ON ITS WAY WANGARATTA A3 bowler Neil Jensen sends one down in his team’s victory over Bright on Saturday at the Wangaratta Bowls Club. Bowls report: Page 32. PHOTO: Kurt Hickling

Anyone for tennis? The Wangaratta g Lawn Tennis Club has opened p entries for their annual Australia Dayy tournament ENTRIES have opened for the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club’s annual Australia Day tournament. The Australia Day tournament is the club’s biggest event for the year that attracts players from all over the state. All events in 2023, except for open singles, will be round-robin. Prior to the group winner playoffs, most players will

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play a minimum of three sets, however, some will play two sets and some will play four sets depending on numbers. WLTC president Barry Sullivan said he’s looking forward to planning

getting underway. “We’ve had some flood related damage to the lower bank so we’re looking at getting that remedied at the moment and it should be in good condition by Australia Day,” Sullivan said. “The rest of the courts are playing really well and the facilities are looking a treat. “Hopefully we can get the park mowed and that

will only improve the aesthetics even more.” The sponsorship from Premier Panels covers prizemoney for the open singles winners, runners-up and semi-finalists, to the tune of $1200, $400 and $100 respectively. “We’re really thankful to have Premier Panels on board again,” Sullivan said. “They’re putting in $5000 worth of prizemoney which

will be spread among the semi-finalists and finalists.” Sullivan is confident the tournament will once again attract talented players. “Last year we had some impressive talent and we’re certainly looking to do that again,” he said. “We’re going to make a big deal of players who have entered and we’re also looking at having a bio for all of our seeded

players in the singles. “Another thing that’s on the cards is having a fixed time for all of the semifinals and finals so that people can come down and have a look. “We’ve already had enquiries on bookings for the tournament, even from as far as Macedon so we’re confident we’ll get some good entries.” ■ Continued page 35

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